Description
Crisp and zesty sweet restaurant slaw brings refreshing summer flavors to your table. Creamy, tangy cabbage blend offers cool comfort alongside grilled meats, inviting you to savor each delightful, crunchy bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 1 head green cabbage
- 0.5 head red cabbage
- 1 large carrot
- 0.25 cup green onions
Dressing Ingredients:
- 0.75 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
Seasoning and Finishing:
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Finely shred green and red cabbage using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer, creating thin, uniform ribbons for optimal texture and even coating.
- Grate the carrot using a box grater, producing delicate, wispy strands that will blend seamlessly with the cabbage mixture.
- Thinly slice green onions, ensuring precise, diagonal cuts to add a mild, fresh flavor and visual appeal to the slaw.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, and dijon mustard until the dressing becomes smooth and fully incorporated.
- Sprinkle salt and black pepper into the dressing, stirring thoroughly to distribute the seasonings evenly.
- Transfer the shredded vegetables to a large mixing bowl, creating a colorful blend of green and purple cabbage with carrot strands.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetable mixture, gently folding and tossing to ensure every strand is generously coated.
- Cover the slaw and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and vegetables to soften slightly.
- Before serving, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, adding a bright, herbaceous note and pop of green color.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish that complements grilled meats, sandwiches, or as a standalone salad.
Notes
- Slice cabbage and carrots uniformly to ensure consistent texture and even dressing distribution.
- Refrigerate slaw for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop and soften vegetables, enhancing overall taste profile.
- Use fresh ingredients like crisp cabbage and sharp green onions to maintain vibrant colors and maximum crunch.
- Adjust sugar and vinegar ratios for different dietary preferences, making the slaw sweeter or tangier based on personal taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 202
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 211 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg