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A bowl of coleslaw with shredded green cabbage, bits of carrot, and a touch of purple cabbage for color, all mixed together with a creamy dressing.
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Classic Southern Coleslaw

A simple and delicious creamy coleslaw dressing.
Prep Time20 minutes
Chilling time1 hour
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: coleslaw dressing with mayonnaise, easy coleslaw dressing, southern coleslaw dressing
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 109kcal
Author: Katie

Ingredients

Dressing

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar

Vegetables

  • 4-6 cups shredded cabbage (one small head or 3/4 of a medium head)
  • ¾ cup shredded carrot (1 large carrot)

Instructions

  • Mix the dressing. Combine the mayonnaise, yellow mustard, white sugar, and apple cider vinegar in a medium bowl. Then, whisk until the mixture is as smooth as possible. The dressing may seem slightly lumpy but will smooth out as it chills.
    A medium-sized bowl containing a creamy, pale yellow coleslaw dressing with a whisk placed in it, suggesting the mixing process of the dressing ingredients.
  • Chill the dressing. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap. After that, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld and the dressing thickens.
    finished dressing bowl.
  • Combine with vegetables. Just before serving, toss the chilled dressing with the shredded cabbage and carrot in a large bowl. Mix well to ensure the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
    A bowl of coleslaw mix all resting on a checkered blue and white cloth.

Notes

Make sure to use a high-quality mayonnaise, such as Hellman's or Duke's.
You can finely shred the cabbage and carrots using a food processor or a sharp knife to make sure the dressing coats the vegetables evenly.
If apple cider vinegar isn't available, white vinegar can be used as a substitute. Just keep in mind that white vinegar is sharper, so you might want to use a little less.
If you're trying to cut back on sugar, you can use a different sweetener in the dressing. Just be aware that it might slightly alter the taste.
For added texture and flavor, consider adding extras like finely chopped onions, bell peppers, or even a handful of raisins. Just make sure they are finely chopped to blend well with the coleslaw.

Nutrition

Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 251mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg