Best 5 Grandmas Pepper Slaw Recipes

Get ready for a delightful culinary journey with Grandma's Pepper Slaw, a classic side dish that combines the crunch of fresh cabbage, the sweetness of bell peppers, and a zesty dressing that tantalizes your taste buds. This versatile slaw is perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or as a refreshing side dish to grilled meats and fish. With easy-to-follow recipes for both classic and creamy pepper slaw, you'll find the perfect variation to suit your preferences. Discover the secrets of Grandma's special dressing, made with a blend of mayonnaise, vinegar, and a hint of sugar, that elevates this simple dish to a flavorful masterpiece. Learn how to select the best cabbage and peppers for the perfect texture and vibrant color. Explore creative serving suggestions and variations, including a tangy Asian-inspired slaw and a refreshing cucumber-mint slaw, to add a unique twist to your next gathering. Let Grandma's Pepper Slaw become your go-to side dish, a recipe that will be passed down through generations, bringing joy to every meal.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BELL PEPPER SLAW

Bell Pepper Slaw image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 tablespoons sugar
Kosher salt
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons celery seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons mustard seeds
Freshly ground pepper
6 bell peppers (red, orange and yellow), cut into thin strips
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
4 scallions, chopped
1/2 head green cabbage, thinly sliced and roughly chopped
3 tablespoons whole-grain dijon mustard
1/2 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

Whisk the sugar and 2 teaspoons salt with the vinegar in a large bowl until dissolved. Add the celery seeds, mustard seeds, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, the bell peppers, celery, scallions and cabbage, and toss to combine. Refrigerate at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop.
Add the mustard and mayonnaise to the slaw and toss to coat. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

GRANDMA'S BEST COLESLAW

Grandma's Best Coleslaw image

This simple coleslaw recipe was Grandma's standby. You couldn't have a picnic without it. It was almost always in her refrigerator ready to eat. She would vary the ingredients a bit depending on what she had on hand. For example, omitting the green pepper, using all red or all green cabbage. But the basic recipe was always the...

Provided by Kathie Carr

Categories Vegetables

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 medium bell pepper, chopped (red or green)
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 c shredded carrot
5-6 c shredded cabbage (red, green, or both)
DRESSING:
1/2 c apple cider vinegar
1 c sugar
1/2 c oil
1/2 c water
1/4-1/2 tsp celery seed
1/2 tsp salt
dash of freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

1. Stir vegetables together and place in a serving bowl. Mix dressing ingredients in a mason jar and shake well to blend. Pour dressing over salad. Mix. Cover bowl and refrigerate for several hours before serving. Best made the night before using. Keeps well for several days in the refrigerator.
2. You can omit the celery seed if you prefer.

GRANDMA'S COLESLAW

Grandma's Coleslaw image

This was my grandmother's recipe, everything she made was just really good. I decided to post a bunch of her recipes so others can enjoy what she did for me.

Provided by Leanne

Categories Thanksgiving

Time 25m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
8 cups cabbage
1 1/2 cups carrots
1 cup green pepper
1/4 cup green onion

Steps:

Shred cabbage, carrots, green pepper, and onion set aside in large bowl.
Mix mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt, dry mustard, celery seed, pour over shredded cabbage mixture mix well.
Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

CAROLINA COLE SLAW

Carolina Cole Slaw image

An easy Carolina Cole Slaw recipe

Provided by Caroline Belk

Categories Salad Onion Side Vegetarian Summer Cabbage Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegan Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
6 tablespoons sugar
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon celery seeds
1 medium cabbage (about 1 1/4 pounds), thinly sliced
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced

Steps:

Combine vinegar, sugar, oil, mustard and celery seeds in nonaluminum medium saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves and dressing comes to boil. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper. Cool completely.
Combine cabbage, onion and green pepper in large bowl. Add dressing; toss to coat. Cover; refrigerate until cold, tossing occasionally, at least 2 hours. (Can be made1 day ahead. Cover; keep refrigerated.)

PEPPER SLAW

Pepper Slaw image

This is served at most restaurants in the Pennsylvania Dutch area. It's really good! Vegetables should be chopped very fine. Prep time is based on using my food prossessor.

Provided by keen5

Categories Greens

Time 20m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 cups finely shredded cabbage
1/4 cup green pepper, cut fine
1/4 cup red pepper, cut fine (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup vinegar (more if desired)
1 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

Dissolve the sugar and salt in the vinegar and pour over the cabbage and peppers.
Taste for seasoning and add more if desired.
Add celery seed last.

Tips:

Use fresh and crisp vegetables. This will ensure that your pepper slaw is flavorful and refreshing.
Shred the cabbage and bell peppers thinly. This will help them to absorb the dressing better.
Use a sharp knife to julienne the carrots. This will create thin, even strips that will cook evenly.
Choose a mayonnaise that you like the flavor of. This will be the main flavor component of the dressing.
Add some vinegar or lemon juice to the dressing to brighten the flavors.
Season the dressing with salt, pepper, and sugar to taste.
Chill the pepper slaw for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
Serve pepper slaw as a side dish or on top of grilled meats or fish.

Conclusion:

Grandma's Pepper Slaw is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its crunchy vegetables, tangy dressing, and sweet and smoky flavor, this pepper slaw is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.