Nothing beats a homemade Coleslaw recipe and our classic version is a must for your Summer BBQ’s. The best part is it only takes 10 minutes to prep, then stick it in the fridge until ready to serve.

Do you want more summer side dishes? You will love Baked Beans, Macaroni Salad, Cowboy Caviar, or Watermelon Salad!

The best Coleslaw recipe with crunchy cabbage, green onions, carrots, and a creamy homemade dressing all tossed in a wooden bowl and ready to serve.

Prep it and forget it: this Coleslaw recipe is a breeze

Coleslaw is such a classic and no BBQ is complete without it! Our version is creamy with a slight tang and it couldn’t be easier (I often have my kids be in charge of it!).

We enjoy coleslaw most piled high on pulled pork, on top of slow cooker chicken tacos, or as a BBQ side dish.

How to make Coleslaw:

Chop Veggies very thinly. Use paper towels to squeeze out any excess moisture from shredded carrot. (Alternately, use two 14oz bags of coleslaw mix in place of cabbage and carrot.)

Whisk dressing ingredients in a medium bowl. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Combine: Add veggies to an extra-large mixing bowl. Mix in the dressing until evenly coated.

Two images showing all the veggies in a bowl for homemade coleslaw, then after it's tossed together.

Refrigerate homemade coleslaw for several hours or overnight before serving, for best results.

Make Ahead Instructions:

To Make Ahead: I love this easy coleslaw recipe because you can make it all in advance! After preparing, refrigerate for several hours or overnight for best results.

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The best Coleslaw recipe with crunchy cabbage, green onions, carrots, and a creamy homemade dressing all tossed in a wooden bowl and ready to serve.
Prep 10 minutes
Refrigerate 2 hours
Total 2 hours 10 minutes
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Ingredients
 
 

  • 6 cups green cabbage* , thinly shredded
  • 4 cups purple cabbage* , thinly shredded
  • 1 carrot* , large, peeled and shredded (squeeze out excess moisture)
  • 4 green onions , chopped

Dressing (makes 1 cup):

Instructions
 

  • Add cabbage to an extra-large mixing bowl. Use paper towels to squeeze out any excess moisture form shredded carrot, then add to the bowl along with green onion and toss to combine.
  • Dressing: whisk ingredients together in a medium bowl. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Pour dressing over veggies and toss well to coat evenly.
  • Refrigerate for several hours or overnight before serving, for best results.

Notes

*To sub Bagged coleslaw mix—use two 14oz bags coleslaw mix in place of cabbage and carrot.
Make Ahead Instructions: Make coleslaw as instructed and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.

Nutrition

Calories: 143kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 294mgPotassium: 268mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1.909IUVitamin C: 46mgCalcium: 69mgIron: 1mg

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