The supermarket or specialty grocery deli is often a go-to for getting the best sides for a summer BBQ or picnic, but prices can exceed $10 per pound, making feeding a crowd very expensive. Making coleslaw at home using a homemade dressing is significantly more affordable. My Deli Style Coleslaw recipe is a slightly sweet, creamy and savory side dish perfect for summer potlucks, barbeques and picnics. While you could buy pre-shredded slaw, I prefer preparing my own red and green cabbage as it will better retain its freshness which offers added crispness to the salad. I make homemade coleslaw dressing using mayonnaise, white vinegar and sugar for a perfectly tangy dressing. Added to the salad are freshly diced red pepper and carrots.
Cabbage can be cut using a very sharp knife or a mandoline, which can make the cabbage slicing process go very quickly. I purchased pre-shredded carrots because I like their texture.
Coleslaw is a fabulous complement to with grilled meats, and barbecued pork and chicken in particular.
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Equipment:
Stainless Measuring Spoons Set
Deli Style Coleslaw
Using freshly shredded cabbage is the key to making this crispy coleslaw.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine cabbage, carrots and red pepper. Sprinkle salt over contents of bowl. In a small bowl or large measuring cup combine mayonnaise, vinegar and sugar. Pour over cabbage mixture and mix well. Let sit for 1 hour and refrigerate before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
274Fat
21 gSat. Fat
3 gCarbs
20 gFiber
5 gNet carbs
15 gSugar
15 gProtein
3 gSodium
394 mgCholesterol
12 mg