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Bowl of Sweet Restaurant Slaw on a white marble table, with creamy dressing and fresh shredded cabbage

Sweet Restaurant Slaw

This Sweet Restaurant Slaw is creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet with just the right crunch. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, potlucks, or as a sandwich topping!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Grater or Mandoline
  • Plastic Wrap or Lid

Ingredients
  

Salad

  • 1 medium Green Cabbage shredded
  • 0.5 medium Red Cabbage shredded
  • 1 Carrot shredded

Dressing

  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 0.25 cup Sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon Celery Seed
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dijon Mustard optional, for a tangy kick
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, and carrot. Toss gently to mix.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, celery seed, Dijon mustard (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth and well blended.
  • Pour the creamy dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together and the cabbage to soften slightly.
  • Stir the slaw once more before serving. Serve chilled and enjoy as a side or topping.
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