Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 small cabbage, shredded and chopped (about 6 cups)
- 1 large carrot, shredded
Dressing
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 ½ tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ⅛ tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cabbage: Cut the cabbage in half and remove the core from each side to discard. Using a sharp knife, slice the cabbage into very thin slices, then chop those slices into small pieces. Place the prepared cabbage in a large mixing bowl. Alternatively, use a food processor or box grater to shred the cabbage and carrot, depending on your preferred texture.
- Prepare the Carrot: Shred the large carrot using a box grater or a food processor and add it to the bowl with the cabbage.
- Make the Dressing: In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk everything together until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Toss the Slaw: Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture. Thoroughly mix everything until the slaw is evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the coleslaw until ready to serve. For best results, let it chill for at least a few hours or overnight, stirring occasionally to help the flavors meld and the dressing to evenly penetrate the vegetables.
Notes
- For a finer texture, use a box grater or food processor to shred the cabbage and carrot, but adjust according to your preference.
- Coleslaw tastes best after resting in the fridge for a day, as this allows the flavors to fully develop.
- Adjust salt and pepper to your taste to balance the sweetness and acidity.
- You can substitute apple cider vinegar with white vinegar or lemon juice for a slightly different tang.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, stirring occasionally.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
