Simple Coleslaw

This simple 5-ingredient coleslaw comes together in minutes with the help of a bag of coleslaw mix. It tastes so much better than store-bought!

A 5-Minute Slaw Recipe

When I need a quick side dish for a summer dinner, this is the Simple Coleslaw recipe that I use.

The dressing is a simple combination of mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and salt, tossed with a bag of coleslaw mix. From there, you can customize it with your favorite seasonings. I love adding celery seed for a classic deli-style coleslaw flavor, but garlic powder and onion powder are delicious additions, too.

I love that it comes together in minutes, and it pairs perfectly with burgers, brats, grilled chicken, pulled pork, ribs, fried chicken, and more.

Enjoy! Kate

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Coleslaw Variations

There are lots of ways to adapt this coleslaw recipe based on what you have on hand. Here are some ideas:

• Shred the cabbage yourself: one 14-oz bag of coleslaw mix is the equivalent of half of a medium sized head of cabbage.
• Add 3-4 sliced green onions.
• Add a handful of fresh herbs such as parsley, dill, or cilantro.
• Want to add crunch? Try a handful of sunflower seeds, crispy bacon bits, or finely chopped walnuts. Thinly sliced celery or chopped bell pepper are good here too.
• For the vinegar, you can use regular white vinegar, white wine vinegar, or apple cider vinegar.
• More seasonings: add a teaspoon of garlic powder or onion powder (or both).
• Want a little zip? Add a teaspoon of dijon mustard.

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Simple Coleslaw Recipe

Published by Kate

You just need 5 ingredients for a simple and satisfying coleslaw.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 0 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 6 servings

Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 bag coleslaw mix (14 ounces)
• ¾ cup mayonnaise
• 3 tablespoons vinegar
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• Seasonings: 1 teaspoon celery seeds, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder (use any one of these or a mix of them)

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Instructions

 

• In a large bowl, whisk together ¾ cup mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons vinegar, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, ¾ teaspoon salt, and seasonings (if using).
• Fold in 1 bag coleslaw mix. Add additional salt to taste.
• Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until ready to serve.

Notes

Celery seeds give coleslaw that classic deli-style flavor. No problem if you don’t have it though-garlic powder or onion powder add great flavor here.

White vinegar, white wine vinegar, and apple cider vinegar all work here.

Jazz it up! Here are some ideas for ingredients you can add: sliced green onions, crispy bacon bits, sunflower seeds, chopped nuts (pecans, almonds walnuts), sliced green pepper, finely sliced celery, fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, dill), dried cranberries or raisins, or a squirt of dijon mustard.

Leftovers will keep in the fridge for a few days. Give it a stir before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 0.3gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 469mgPotassium: 6mgFiber: 0.01gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 18IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.1mg

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