Old Fashioned Coleslaw with Vinegar
Old Fashioned Coleslaw with Vinegar is a refreshing and tangy side dish that brings a delightful crunch to any meal. This vinegar-based slaw elevates traditional coleslaw by skipping the heavy mayonnaise, making it lighter and brighter. The crisp green cabbage and sweet carrots are perfectly complemented by a zesty dressing of distilled vinegar, olive oil, and just the right amount of sweetness from sugar. Ideal for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a crunchy topping on sandwiches, this coleslaw is not just about flavor; it’s about nostalgia and shared moments around the table. Plus, it gets even tastier after chilling, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 5 cups green cabbage (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup carrots (shredded)
- 1/2 yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup distilled vinegar
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cabbage, shredded carrots, and thinly sliced onion.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together sugar, celery seed, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and distilled vinegar until sugar dissolves.
- Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking continuously until emulsified.
- Pour the warm dressing over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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