Best 8 Moms Coleslaw Recipes

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Coleslaw is a classic summer side dish that is perfect for picnics, potlucks, and barbecues. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, but the most common ingredients include cabbage, carrots, onion, and mayonnaise. Coleslaw is a healthy and refreshing dish that is also very easy to make. There are many different recipes for coleslaw, but the one that we will be sharing with you today is a classic recipe that is sure to please everyone.

This recipe includes instructions for making a traditional coleslaw, as well as a few variations. The variations include a creamy coleslaw, a vinegar-based coleslaw, and a coleslaw with bacon and cheese. No matter which variation you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and refreshing dish.

Here are our top 8 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

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.

COLESLAW RECIPE



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This easy Coleslaw recipe is perfect for backyard barbecues, potlucks, picnics and more. With just 7 ingredients, this easy coleslaw comes together so fast and will be enjoyed by all! The perfect side dish for any occasion!

Provided by Trish - Mom On Timeout

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups shredded green cabbage
2 cups shredded purple cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots (can use up to 2 cups if you really like carrots)
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (white vinegar can be used in a pinch)
1 to 2 tablespoons white granulated sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon celery seeds (optional)

Steps:

  • Shred cabbage and carrots.
  • Combine green cabbage, purple cabbage and carrots in a large bowl. Toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Sodium 280 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MOM'S COLE SLAW DRESSING



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I got this from my mom - she's been making this for us since we were small. I hope someone else enjoys this!

Provided by Gidget265

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 8 1/2 C, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup mayonnaise (I use low fat) or 1/2 cup Miracle Whip (I use low fat)
2 tablespoons vinegar or 2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated onion
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Mix the dressing - and let it sit a while. (couple hours or overnight is best, but I've used it after an hour or so -- ).
  • Keep separate from the cabbage and mix as you need it.
  • Mixes with 4C shredded Cabbage.

MOM'S COLESLAW WITH A KICK



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My mother developed this recipe for my father to enjoy while watching sports on T.V. We called sports day meals "indoor picnics". My father loved spicy foods (as do the rest of the family), so my mother kicked this up a notch with mustard seed and mustard powder. My parents had 10 children, and took in many others over the...

Provided by Colleen Sowa

Categories     Vegetables

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large cabbage, shredded (or grated)
1 large onion (minced fine)
3 large carrot shredded (or grated)
SAUCE
1 tsp celery seed
1 1/2 c mayonnaise
1 c sour cream
1 Tbsp lemon juice, fresh
1 Tbsp vinegar
2 Tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 - 1 tsp mustard seed
1/2 - 1 tsp hot mustard powder

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare the cabbage, carrots and onion as stated in ingredients. Put in a lage bowl or roast pan. Set aside.
  • 2. Whisk together all remaining ingredients until well blended. Pour this over the vegetable mixture. Toss until all is well coated. Put into a large bowl and cover tightly. Put in refrigerator overnight to let the flavors meld. When ready to serve, stir it and taste it... if it isn't hot enough... add a bit more mustard seed and hot mustard powder (I buy it in bulk at food co-op) and toss well.

MOM'S "HOT" COLESLAW



Mom's

A sweet yet tangy slaw - so good at a cookout, or any time! Don't let the cooking method scare you off - it's easy and never fails!

Provided by Myra Wynne

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 head of cabbage, shredded or 1 bag pre-shredded cabbage
1 carrot, grated
2 green onions, chopped
1/2 c vinegar
1/2 c vegetable oil
1/3 c sugar plus
3 Tbsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1 Tbsp yellow mustard

Steps:

  • 1. Combine cabbage, carrot and onion in large bowl (preferably one with a cover).
  • 2. Place vinegar, oil, all the sugar, salt, and mustard into saucepan. Bring to a full boil.
  • 3. Pour hot vinegar mixture over cabbage. Toss well (I use a bowl with a lid, and "shake" as my version of tossing).
  • 4. Chill, covered in the fridge. If you give it a toss every day, it will keep for a couple of weeks.

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.

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

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.

EASY TANGY COLESLAW



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You won't have to fuss with a lot of seasonings to fix this tangy coleslaw. We've shared this old family favorite with many friends over the years.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 cups shredded cabbage
3 medium carrots, shredded
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cabbage and carrots. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar. Pour over cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a sharp knife or mandoline to thinly slice the cabbage and carrots. This will help the coleslaw to be more crisp and refreshing.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • To make a creamier coleslaw, add 1/2 cup of sour cream or mayonnaise to the dressing.
  • For a tangier coleslaw, add 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to the dressing.
  • For a sweeter coleslaw, add 1/2 cup of sugar or honey to the dressing.
  • If you want a coleslaw with a bit of crunch, add 1/2 cup of chopped celery or red onion to the cabbage and carrots.
  • For a coleslaw with a bit of heat, add 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper or chili powder to the dressing.

Conclusion:

Coleslaw is a versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It is a great way to add crunch, flavor, and nutrients to your plate. With so many variations to choose from, there is sure to be a coleslaw recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give coleslaw a try!

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