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Creamy Coleslaw

Easy ยท 15 min

Serves 6AmericanVegetarianGluten-freeNut-free
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Crunchy cabbage and carrot in tangy buttermilk-mayo dressing. The BBQ essential.

15 minTotal time
6Serves
3Steps
AmericanCuisine
IngredientsMethodTips

Ingredients

Serves
6

Main

Method

  1. Prep

    Shred vegetables

    Combine cabbage and carrot in a large bowl.

    Why: Fine shred gives the classic deli texture.

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  2. Prep

    Make dressing

    Whisk mayo, buttermilk, vinegar, sugar, celery seeds and salt.

    Why: Buttermilk thins the dressing for better coating.

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  3. Prep

    Toss and chill

    Toss vegetables with dressing. Chill at least 30 minutes.

    Why: Chilling lets cabbage soften slightly and flavours meld.

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Chef's tip

Salt the cabbage 15 minutes before dressing, then rinse โ€” it stays crunchier.

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