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Fresh Budget-Friendly Coleslaw Recipe for 10 Easy Homemade Side Dish

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A fresh, crisp, and tangy coleslaw recipe perfect for feeding a crowd of 10. This budget-friendly side dish combines crunchy cabbage and carrots with a creamy, zesty dressing that is quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium head green cabbage (about 2 pounds / 900 g), finely shredded
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and grated
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup mayonnaise (240 ml)
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (45 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (25 g)
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (15 ml), optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the cabbage under cold water. Remove any wilted outer leaves, slice it in half, and remove the core. Finely shred the cabbage into thin ribbons using a sharp knife or food processor (about 10 minutes).
  2. Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor (about 5 minutes).
  3. Peel and thinly slice the red onion. If raw onion is too strong, soak slices in cold water for 5 minutes, then drain.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, celery seed, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth (about 3 minutes). Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded cabbage, grated carrots, and sliced onion. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently but thoroughly to coat evenly (2-3 minutes).
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld and cabbage soften slightly without losing crunch.
  7. Before serving, toss the coleslaw again and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top.

Notes

Salt the shredded cabbage lightly and let it sit for 10 minutes before draining to avoid sogginess. Use quality mayonnaise for best flavor. The coleslaw tastes better after a few hours or overnight chilling. If dry after chilling, stir in extra mayonnaise or a splash of apple cider vinegar. Avoid over-shredding cabbage to maintain crunch.

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