Best 7 Mommas Slaw Recipes

**Momma's Slaw: A Refreshing and Versatile Side Dish**

Momma's slaw is a classic side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with a simple combination of shredded cabbage, carrots, and mayonnaise, and can be easily customized to your liking. This article features three variations of Momma's slaw: the classic recipe, a tangy vinegar-based slaw, and a creamy coleslaw. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure a delicious and successful slaw. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing side salad, a flavorful topping for tacos or pulled pork, or a crunchy addition to your next cookout, Momma's slaw is sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MOM'S CHOPPED COLESLAW

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For Friday dinners, my mother made coleslaw to go with our fish. It's still a family tradition, and the tangy dressing even works on a tossed salad. -Cynthia McDowell, Banning, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 medium head cabbage (about 1-1/4 pounds)
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red or green pepper
1/3 cup finely chopped sweet onion
DRESSING:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
Dash pepper

Steps:

Cut cabbage into 1-1/2- to 2-in. pieces. Place half of the cabbage in a food processor; pulse until chopped. Transfer to a large bowl; repeat with remaining cabbage., Add remaining vegetables to cabbage. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. Pour over coleslaw and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

AIN'T YOUR MAMA'S SLAW

Ain't Your Mama's Slaw image

As side salads go, this coleslaw is as untraditional as it gets-with fresh pineapple, dried cranberries and a sprinkling of brown sugar.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings, 2/3 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 pkg. (12 oz.) broccoli slaw
1 cup red pepper strips
1 cup chopped fresh pineapple
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped red onions
1/3 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1 tsp. brown sugar
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

Combine first 5 ingredients in large bowl.
Mix dressing and sugar until blended. Add to salad; toss to coat.
Refrigerate 1 hour. Add nuts just before serving; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 85 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 1 g

CLASSIC COLESLAW

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This Classic Coleslaw is a side dish staple in our house. It's the perfect complement to any summer barbecue or grilled meat dish. Crispy cabbage coated in the yummiest, tangy and creamy dressing-the perfect balance of texture and flavor!

Provided by Rachel Farnsworth

Categories Salad Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 cups shredded green cabbage
2 cups shredded purple cabbage
1/2 sweet onion (thinly sliced)
3 carrots (shredded)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

Add cabbage, onion, and carrots to a large mixing bowl and toss together.
Stir in mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours before serving before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 135 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Sodium 237 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g

MAW-MAW'S SLAW

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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 pound white cabbage, shredded (about 2 cups)
1/2 pound red cabbage, shredded (about 2 cups)
1/2 pound assorted greens, such as mustard greens, collards, or spinach, trimmed, washed, and shredded (about 2 cups)
1 cup thinly sliced red onions
1 cup chopped green onions, green parts only
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1 cup homemade mayonnaise, or store bought
1/2 cup Creole or whole grain mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
2 teaspoons sugar

Steps:

Place the white cabbage, red cabbage, greens, red onions, green onions, and parsley in a large salad bowl. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, salt, black pepper, cayenne, and sugar. Mix well. Add the mixture to the greens and toss to mix thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve chilled. The slaw can be made three hours ahead.

CREAMY SLAW

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This colorful coleslaw is a longtime family favorite. Cabbage, carrots and green pepper are blended with a tasty dressing that gets its zest from a hint of mustard. When Mom set this slaw on the table, it disappeared fast. -Dianne Esposite, New Middletown, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 to 4 cups shredded cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup thinly sliced green pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 to 2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a large salad bowl, toss the cabbage, carrots and green pepper. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Chill for at least 2-3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 401mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHRISTMAS SLAW

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A nutty winter salad which is superhealthy, quick to prepare and finished with a light maple syrup dressing

Provided by Good Food team

Categories Dinner, Side dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 carrots, halved
½ white cabbage, shredded
100g pecans, roughly chopped
bunch spring onions, sliced
2 red peppers, deseeded and sliced
2 tbsp maple syrup
2 tsp Dijon mustard
8 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp cider vinegar

Steps:

Peel strips from the carrots using a vegetable peeler, then mix with the other salad ingredients in a large bowl. Combine all the dressing ingredients in a jam jar, season, then put the lid on and shake well. Toss through the salad when you're ready to eat it. The salad and dressing will keep separately in the fridge for up to four days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 27 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 14 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 13 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.17 milligram of sodium

MOM'S COLESLAW

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Provided by Irene Clark

Categories Salad Leafy Green Side No-Cook Picnic Quick & Easy Yogurt Mayonnaise Vinegar Spring Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

6 cups medium-size red cabbage (organic, if possible), coarsely sliced
3 tablespoons white vinegar
Kosher salt
Use one of the following:
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon celery seeds
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1 tablespoon Jane's Krazy Mixed-Up Salt
3 tablespoons wine vinegar
2 tablespoons shaved carrot
4 tablespoons organic nonfat yogurt
3 tablespoons Hellmann's mayonnaise
2 tablespoons dill weed (organic, if possible), roughly chopped
Note: If you use a flavored salt or Old Bay seasoning, eliminate the kosher salt.
If you use wine vinegar, eliminate the white vinegar.
If you use carrot, eliminate the dill.

Steps:

Toss cabbage with 3 tablespoons white vinegar and a few generous pinches of kosher salt. Let stand a few minutes to allow the cabbage to begin to change chemically as it absorbs the ingredients. Add one of the special seasonings in the list. Toss again with 4 tablespoons yogurt. When the cabbage is fully coated, toss with 3 tablespoons mayonnaise. Stir in 2 tablespoons dill weed and serve.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp cabbage. Avoid using cabbage that is wilted or brown.
Shred the cabbage thinly so that it will absorb the dressing evenly.
If you don't have a food processor, you can shred the cabbage with a sharp knife or mandoline.
Use a light hand when adding the mayonnaise and sour cream. You can always add more, but it's hard to take it out.
Taste the dressing before adding it to the cabbage. Adjust the seasonings to your liking.
Let the slaw sit for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the slaw chilled or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Momma's slaw is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It's also a great make-ahead dish, so you can save time on busy weeknights. With its creamy, tangy dressing and fresh, crisp cabbage, Momma's slaw is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.