Southern Vinegar Slaw
This Southern vinegar slaw is crisp, tangy, and mayo-free—just the way I like it. Made with cabbage, red onion, and a simple sweet-and-sour dressing, it’s the perfect side for BBQ, on a veggie plate or any warm-weather meal.
Calories: 115kcal
Ingredients
- 1 medium head green cabbage finely shredded
- ½ small red onion thinly sliced
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar or to taste
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and red onion.
- In a jar or small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, sugar, oil, celery seed, salt, and pepper until the sugar dissolves.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Toss again before serving.
Notes
Variations
- Veggies: Shredded carrots or chopped green onions bring extra color and crunch.
- Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a few thin jalapeño slices for heat.
- Natural Sweetener: Swap the sugar for honey if that’s more your style.
- Vinegar Twist: Try red wine, white wine, or champagne vinegar for a different tang.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 110g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 56g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 31g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Sodium: 175mg | Potassium: 1740mg | Fiber: 24g | Sugar: 82g | Vitamin A: 892IU | Vitamin C: 337mg | Calcium: 420mg | Iron: 6mg