Crisp and Refreshing Coleslaw
Super Simple Coleslaw Recipe (The Secret Dressing!)
Whip up this delightful coleslaw at home, featuring fresh vegetables and a tangy-sweet dressing that will awaken your taste buds. It’s perfect as a burger filling or a refreshing side dish!
Vegetable Ingredients- 1 cup finely chopped cabbage
- 1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
- 1 cup canned corn (drained)
- 4 Tbsp finely chopped onion
- 3 Tbsp finely chopped pickles
Coleslaw Dressing- 10 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp vinegar (apple cider or white vinegar)
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 10 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp vinegar (apple cider or white vinegar)
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- Pinch of salt
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the fresh vegetables that form the base of your coleslaw. Finely chopping them is key for a pleasant texture. Measure out about 1 cup of chopped cabbage, 1/2 cup of chopped carrot, and 1 cup of canned corn. Make sure to drain the corn thoroughly to prevent the coleslaw from becoming watery.
Step 2
Feel free to incorporate other vegetables you have on hand! For instance, adding a small amount of finely julienned bell peppers or celery can enhance the color and flavor complexity.
Step 3
Now, let’s make the dressing that defines the coleslaw’s taste! Prepare 3 tablespoons of finely chopped pickles and 4 tablespoons of finely chopped onion – these will add a delightful crunch and zesty flavor. (If you don’t have chopped pickles, you can slightly increase the vinegar to 1.5 Tbsp to achieve a similar tanginess.) In a bowl, combine 10 Tbsp of mayonnaise, 1 Tbsp of vinegar, 2 Tbsp of sugar, and a pinch of salt. Whisk everything together until smooth and well combined.
Step 4
Your dressing is ready! Doesn’t that glossy dressing look appetizing? This homemade coleslaw is absolutely delicious when served inside warm rolls or hamburger buns. Personally, I love scooping it straight from the bowl – it’s that irresistible!
Step 5
Pour the prepared dressing over the finely chopped vegetables and drained corn. Using a spatula or spoon, gently toss everything together until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing. And just like that, your delicious coleslaw is complete! It couldn’t be simpler.
Step 6
If chopping all the vegetables feels a bit tedious, you can use a food processor or chopper for a quicker, rough chop. However, when you have ample time, meticulously chopping each ingredient will yield an even crispier texture. This recipe typically fills one standard container, which is a perfect portion for 1-2 people to enjoy over a day.
Step 7
My husband absolutely loved the coleslaw I made today! When I asked him if it was good, he playfully replied, ‘I always loved it; I just haven’t been able to eat it because you weren’t making it!’ Why don’t you try making this delicious coleslaw yourself using this recipe!
