Creamy & Crunchy Coleslaw -

Creamy & Crunchy Coleslaw

This coleslaw salad is made primarily of finely shredded raw cabbage, carrots, sweet peppers, and apples and tossed with a mayo dressing. It's creamy, crunchy, sweet, yet slightly tangy.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Caribbean

Keyword: coleslaw, side dish

Servings:

Calories: 255kcal

Ingredients

4-6 cups cabbage finely chopped or shredded (green and red)
1 small carrot grated
1 red bell pepper finely chopped (optional)
1 green onion finely chopped
1 red apple cored and julienned or finely chopped (optional), or Granny Smith apple, optional

For the Dressing:

1 cup mayonnaise or vegan alternative
2-3 tbsp brown sugar or to taste
2 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar
2 tbsp heavy cream optional
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Salad Base: In a large bowl, combine cabbage, carrot, red bell pepper, green onion, and apples. Toss gently.
Make the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, brown sugar, lemon juice, and heavy cream. Adjust sweetness and tanginess to taste.
Combine: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Enjoy as a side dish or on sandwiches and wraps.

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Notes

Variations

Sweeter Slaw: Add more brown sugar or use a sugar substitute.

Nutty Crunch: Toss in chopped walnuts, pecans, or sunflower seeds.

Tangier Flavor: Increase the lemon juice or substitute with apple cider vinegar.

Raisin Twist: Add raisins for bursts of sweetness.

Lighter Option: Swap mayo for olive oil or Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.

Time-Saving Tip: Use a preservative-free pre-packaged coleslaw mix.

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