Easy Coleslaw
This Paraguayan-inspired coleslaw recipe is a refreshing and flavorful way to enjoy your next meal. Cabbage, carrots, and onions are combined with a simple dressing of mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, sugar, black pepper, and kosher salt. This dish is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue. Heap it on top of a pulled pork sandwich, or serve it as a side dish!😉
Ingredients
- 1 white cabbage (about 1kg / 2lbs before trimming), (about 12 cups), finely shredded
- 1 cup (200g) mayonnaise
- ¼ cup fresh lime or lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar , adjust to your taste
- 1-½ teaspoons kosher salt , to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper , to taste
- 2 medium-sized carrots , peeled and grated
- 1 small onion , cut in half and thinly sliced
- 3 tomatoes , cut in half, and sliced, optional
Instructions
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, sugars, pepper, and salt in a large bowl. Add the shredded cabbage and remaining ingredients and toss until well combined.
- Serve right away or cover and refrigerate for an hour before serving and for up to 2 days. Toss the Coleslaw again right before serving. Enjoy!😋
Notes
How to Store
To store coleslaw, transfer it to an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator. Coleslaw can typically be stored for up to three days, but its quality may deteriorate over time. If you're making coleslaw ahead of time, it's best to keep the dressing and vegetables separate until you're ready to serve it.
This will help to prevent the vegetables from becoming too soggy. Then, when you're ready to serve, toss the vegetables with the dressing and any additional ingredients, such as herbs or nuts.
Make-Ahead
Coleslaw is a great dish to make ahead of time for parties, picnics, or meal prep. To make coleslaw ahead of time, prepare the vegetables and dressing separately and store them in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve. Shredded cabbage, carrots, and onion can typically be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The dressing can also be made ahead of time and stored in a separate container. When you're ready to serve, mix the dressing and vegetables and add ingredients, such as herbs or nuts.
It's best to wait until just before serving to rearrange everything to prevent the vegetables from becoming too soggy. If the coleslaw seems dry, add a little more dressing to moisten it. With some planning, you can easily make a delicious coleslaw ahead of time that will impress your guests or make your meal prep a breeze.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Coleslaw
Amount per Serving
Calories
163
% Daily Value*
Fat
14
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Trans Fat
0.03
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
8
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
8
mg
3
%
Sodium
238
mg
10
%
Potassium
254
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
8
g
3
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
5
g
6
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
2043
IU
41
%
Vitamin C
34
mg
41
%
Calcium
41
mg
4
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
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