Best 7 Grandmothers Coleslaw Recipes

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**Grandmother's Coleslaw: A Classic Side Dish with a Modern Twist**

Coleslaw, a classic American side dish, is a delicious and refreshing salad made from shredded cabbage, mayonnaise, and other ingredients. This versatile dish can be served as a side dish at picnics, barbecues, or holiday gatherings. It's also a great way to add some extra crunch and flavor to tacos, sandwiches, and burgers. In this article, we'll share two variations of Grandmother's Coleslaw: a traditional recipe and a modern twist with a tangy dressing. Both recipes are easy to follow and use simple ingredients that you can find at your local grocery store. So, gather your ingredients and let's get started on making this classic dish!

Let's cook with our recipes!

GRANDMA'S COLESLAW



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This recipe is great for summer picnics.

Provided by countryatheartrecipes

Categories     Salad

Time 3h20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4-6 cups cabbage (shredded)
1 large carrot (peeled and shredded)
1 cup whipped salad dressing (like Miracle Whip)
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • In a food processor, shred cabbage and carrot. Place in a medium bowl.
  • Using a glass measuring cup, stir together the salad dressing, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, minced onion, and celery seed. Whisk until well blended.
  • Pour dressing over shredded cabbage mixture. Mix well. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Serves 8-10

Nutrition Facts : Calories 49 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Sodium 212 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 0.06 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GRANDMA'S SWEET SLAW



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This 4 ingredient slaw is quick and simple, and guaranteed to be a success at potlucks!

Provided by Patty Hutchison

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     With Mayo

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ cup white sugar
½ cup mayonnaise
3 medium carrots, shredded
1 medium head cabbage, cored and shredded

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the sugar and mayonnaise. Add the carrots and cabbage, and mix until well coated. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 114.3 mg, Sugar 17.4 g

GRANDMA'S BEST COLESLAW



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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

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.

GRANDMOTHER'S COLESLAW



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I had to estimate amounts, but this is the coleslaw that my Grandmother always made. It is a very simple recipe but is my favorite! I will admit that the carrots and celery seeds are my addition :-) but I hope that you enjoy this coleslaw as much as I do!

Provided by Dwynnie

Categories     Vegetable

Time 4h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb green cabbage, shredded
2 medium carrots, grated (optional)
1 cup mayonnaise or 1 cup Miracle Whip
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon celery seed (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine cabbage and carrots in medium-large bowl.
  • Mix mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and celery seeds together until smooth.
  • Pour dressing over cabbage and mix until cabbage is well coated.
  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  • Serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.2, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 292.6, Carbohydrate 22, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 13.6, Protein 1.4

GRANDMA'S COLESLAW



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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

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.

GRANDMA'S PEPPER SLAW



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This is my grandmother's recipe for sweet and sour cabbage slaw that couldn't be simpler to make! My family loves it as a side dish for grilled burgers and hot dogs, but it works equally well in winter time with roast pork, or beef.

Provided by Carol Reese Hardbarger

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 1h30m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium head green cabbage, shredded
2 green bell peppers, diced
salt to taste
1 cup vinegar
1 ½ cups sugar
2 tablespoons celery seed

Steps:

  • Toss the cabbage and bell pepper together in a large bowl. Season the mixture liberally with salt; stir. Allow to sit 45 minutes; drain and return to the bowl.
  • Bring the vinegar and sugar to a boil together in a saucepan. Immediately remove from heat and stir into the cabbage mixture. Add the celery seed; mix thoroughly. Chill completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 6 mg, Sugar 10.5 g

OLD-FASHIONED COLESLAW



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My sister-in-law gave me this recipe over 50 years ago and it's still a hit at potluck dinners. I made it for company once, and they came by the next day with a large head of cabbage, hoping to exchange it for the recipe. -Joyce LeMonds, Castle Rock, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups shredded cabbage
2 tablespoons finely chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon evaporated milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon dill weed
1/8 teaspoon paprika
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the cabbage, peppers and onion. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, milk, salt, dill, paprika and pepper. Add to cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Fat 23g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 466mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • For a creamier coleslaw, use mayonnaise instead of vinegar.
  • Add some shredded carrots or red cabbage for a colorful twist.
  • If you like a sweeter coleslaw, add a tablespoon or two of sugar.
  • For a tangy coleslaw, add a tablespoon or two of lemon juice.
  • If you like a spicy coleslaw, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a teaspoon of Sriracha sauce.
  • Coleslaw is best served chilled. Make it ahead of time and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Grandmother's coleslaw is a classic side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its creamy dressing and crunchy cabbage, it is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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