Extra creamy with a healthy crunch, this coleslaw recipe is the perfect side dish for any cookout, summer lunch, or dinner. This Best Creamy Coleslaw Recipe also makes a terrific hot dog, hamburger, or sandwich topping!
Try my Blue Cheese Coleslaw, Cranberry Pecan Slaw, or Pineapple Coleslaw recipes for an extra special side dish.
In my family, this recipe is a classic. I make slaw just like my Mama and Grandmother made it. This Southern Coleslaw recipe brings back great memories of summer cookouts and always puts a little smile on my face whenever I serve it.
After all, food memories bring back not just the taste of the food but also of the people we love and the places we’ve been.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s the ideal summer side dish for cookouts, picnics, and potlucks.
- Making it only takes 10 minutes.
- The creamy dressing combined with the crunchy shredded cabbage is pure perfection.
- It is THE BEST topping for hot dogs and burgers and, for that matter, almost any main dish!
Ingredients Needed To Make Homemade Coleslaw
- Shredded Cabbage – You can shred your own or buy a bag of pre-shredded slaw mix.
- Mayonnaise
- Sugar
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Kosher Salt
- Fresh Cracked Pepper
How To Make Coleslaw Dressing
I add all the creamy dressing ingredients to the bowl over the top of the cabbage, then mix everything together. You can also whisk the dressing up and pour it over the cabbage.
Tips For Making The Best Creamy Coleslaw
- Use good quality mayonnaise. The mayo flavor will make a big difference in the overall taste of the coleslaw.
- Don’t over-mix the coleslaw. Over-mixing will make the cabbage mushy.
- Add a bit of grated carrot, onion and red cabbage to the coleslaw for added color and sweetness.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing if you want a spicier coleslaw. You can also add celery seeds and parsley for added flavor and texture.
Need To Feed A Crowd?
This easy coleslaw recipe is perfect for making when feeding a crowd! Just like salad recipes, coleslaw is easy to double or even triple.
What To Serve With Homemade Coleslaw
- Air Fryer Hot Dogs
- BBQ Chicken Legs, Carolina Slaw Dogs, and potato salad for cookouts.
- Crock Pot Country Style Pork Ribs
- Pulled Pork Sandwiches made with Crock Pot Pulled Pork.
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Common Questions For The Best Coleslaw Recipe
You can shred the cabbage using a mandoline or chop it using a knife. Both methods work great.
Yes, it sure can. Actually, it’s better to have time to chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour. You can also prep a day ahead of time if needed. I keep a coleslaw mix package in the fridge and the coleslaw dressing in an airtight container. An hour or so before serving, toss everything together.
This creamy side dish recipe is made with mayonnaise and must be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
Since any dish made with mayonnaise can spoil, ensure it’s not left out for more than 2 hours at room temperature. If you serve it at a cookout, picnic, or outdoors, here’s a great tip – fill a large bowl with ice, then place the coleslaw on top to keep it cool.
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Ingredients
Creamy Coleslaw
- 1 14-ounce package coleslaw mix
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add coleslaw mix to a bowl along with the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper. Mix together until well blended.
- Store in the refrigerator covered until ready to serve.
Notes
- Since this recipe is made with mayonnaise, it needs to be stored in the refrigerator in a sealed container.
- When serving, make sure it’s not left out for more than 2 hours at room temperature. If you are going to serve it outside, here’s a great tip – fill a large bowl with ice then place the bowl of coleslaw on top to keep it cool.
- Use good quality mayonnaise. The flavor of the mayonnaise will make a big difference in the overall taste of the coleslaw.
- Don’t over-mix the coleslaw. Over-mixing will make the cabbage mushy.
- Add a little bit of grated carrot and purple cabbage to the coleslaw for added color and sweetness.
- If you want a spicier coleslaw, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
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