Quick Coleslaw Creamy Dressing (Printable)

Crisp cabbage and carrots tossed in a tangy creamy dressing, quick to prepare and refreshing.

# What you'll need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
02 - 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
03 - 1 cup carrots, grated
04 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Dressing

05 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
06 - 2 tablespoons sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
07 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
09 - 2 teaspoons sugar
10 - 1/2 teaspoon celery seed (optional)
11 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Method:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, and green onions.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream or Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, celery seed if using, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. For optimal flavor, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving, though it may be served immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in 15 minutes and tastes even better if you let it sit, making it perfect for meal prep or last-minute gatherings.
  • The dressing is silky without being heavy, with just enough vinegar and mustard to keep everything bright and crunchy.
  • It pairs with everything from grilled chicken to pulled pork to fish tacos, so you'll find yourself making it constantly.
02 -
  • Don't skip tasting the dressing before you mix everything together—it's your only chance to fix the balance before the vegetables soak it all up.
  • If it sits more than a couple of hours, it'll start releasing water, but that's not a failure; just drain it off gently and it's still delicious.
03 -
  • Make the dressing up to a day ahead and store it separately, then toss with fresh vegetables just before serving for maximum crunch.
  • A box grater works fine for carrots, but if you have a food processor, it'll shred everything in seconds and your hands will thank you.
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