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Homemade Coleslaw Dressing

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This homemade coleslaw dressing is creamy, tangy, and perfectly balanced with just the right touch of sweetness. Made from simple pantry staples like mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and seasoning, it’s the easiest way to elevate shredded cabbage into a refreshing side dish. Whether you’re serving it at a backyard barbecue, a summer picnic, or as a quick weeknight side, this dressing comes together in under 10 minutes and tastes far better than anything store-bought. Once you try this homemade version, it’s sure to become a go-to recipe in your kitchen.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
  • 1 ½ tablespoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard or ½ teaspoon celery seed

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  • Whisk until smooth and creamy, ensuring the sugar is fully dissolved.
  • Taste and adjust with more vinegar, sugar, or salt as desired.
  • For best results, refrigerate for 15–30 minutes before serving.
  • Pour over shredded cabbage and carrots, toss well, and enjoy.

Notes

  • For a lighter option, replace half the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
  • If your slaw mix is watery, pat it dry before tossing with dressing.
  • Dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Author: Diana Ross
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dressing/Condiment
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6–8
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 190mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg