Yes, sometimes I just need the odd, speedy bag of ready-made coleslaw mix, BUT prepping my own is much cheaper, lasts longer, and tastes much better! I used to jazz this recipe up with fancy ingredients, but it only really needs a few to shine. The ingredients used here are super simple and can be prepared in advance, so that all you have to do is combine everything right before serving. The dressing is creamy, tangy, and so simple to make, and this recipe ensures there’s plenty of it—no one wants dry coleslaw in their life!
Can you make Homemade Coleslaw ahead of time?
You can prepare and refrigerate the salad vegetables in separate reusable zip-lock bags or airtight containers. The carrot and spring onion are best consumed within three days. The cabbage will last five days or more. Combine the dressing ingredients and refrigerate them in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Combine the dressing and salad ingredients right before serving.
Is Homemade Coleslaw suitable for leftovers?
Once coleslaw is dressed, it is best served immediately. As it sits, the ingredients will soften. Refrigerate leftovers and consume them within 24 hours.
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Homemade Coleslaw
- Total Time: 15 mins
- Yield: 4-6 1x
Ingredients
Coleslaw Dressing
- ⅔ cup (160 g) whole egg mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups (200 g) red cabbage, shredded
- 2 green cabbage, shredded
- 2 carrots, grated
- 2 spring onions/scallions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Whisk the dressing ingredients to combine.
- Toss the red and green cabbage, carrots and spring onions in a large bowl. Drizzle over the dressing and toss to combine.
Notes
MAKE AHEAD
Prepare and refrigerate the salad vegetables in separate reusable zip-lock bags or airtight containers. The carrot and spring onion are best consumed within three days. The cabbage will last five days or more. Combine the dressing ingredients and refrigerate them in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Combine the dressing and salad ingredients right before serving.
LEFTOVERS
Once coleslaw is dressed, it is best served immediately. As it sits, the ingredients will soften. Refrigerate leftovers and consume them within 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Category: salad, side dish, cloeslaw, slaw
- Method: combine
- Cuisine: Dutch
