the best make-ahead slaw

5 Pinches
Kerrville, TX
Updated on May 19, 2016

This has to be the easiest, yet tastiest slaw I've ever encountered! Not only does it look like a fiesta in a bowl, the tangy-sweet flavors of the dressing compliment perfectly the cool, crisp vegetable combination -- the perfect side for summer BBQ's or to answer that age-old question... "What should I bring??" for the next potluck!

prep time 30 Min
cook time
method Refrigerate/Freeze
yield 10 - 12

Ingredients

  • 1 - medium head cabbage - shredded
  • 1 - med red onion - sliced thin
  • 1 cup bell peppers - sliced thin (i use the small, multi-colored type)
  • 1 cup cilantro - chopped (we love cilantro, so the amount can be downsized to taste)
  • 1 cup carrots, shredded or grated
  • 1/2 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seed
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed

How To Make the best make-ahead slaw

  • Step 1
    Hand chop/slice or use a food processor and prepare the cabbage, red onion, bell peppers, carrots, and cilantro (and of course, being creative and adding other veggies is allowed - I think I actually also added some chopped celery I had on hand). Place in a large bowl and combine.
  • Step 2
    In a saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, then cook while stirring for 1 minute. Allow to cool just slightly.
  • Step 3
    Combine the dressing with the vegetables and mix well. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Stir again before serving. (and check for saltiness...I added a bit more by way of a crunchy finishing salt before serving...yum!)

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