Creamy Coleslaw Recipe

4.75 from 12 votes

A creamy coleslaw recipe made with a simple homemade mayo dressing, balanced with lemon and vinegar so it’s bright, tangy, and not overly sweet. Perfect for BBQ, cookouts, and make-ahead meals.

Prep Time5

Chill2

Course: Salad Recipes, Side Dishes

Cuisine: American

Keyword: coleslaw

Servings: cups

Calories: 110kcal

Author: Trisha Haas - Salty Side Dish

Equipment

medium bowl

Ingredients

Coleslaw Dressing

½ cup mayonnaise
2 tsp granulated white sugar
1½ tbsp. lemon juice
1 tbsp. white vinegar
½ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. ground black pepper

Coleslaw

14 oz. coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)

Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice, white vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Place coleslaw mix in a large bowl. Pour dressing over the top and stir until evenly coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to develop and the cabbage to soften.
Stir well before serving.

Notes

If serving over 2 hours, keep dressing and bagged veggie mix separate for the freshest and crispest vegetables. Combine right before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cup | Calories: 110kcal