Southern-Style Coleslaw

This vibrant Southern coleslaw adds a burst of color and flavor to any gathering.

Key Ingredients for Southern Coleslaw

Here’s what you’ll need to prepare this delicious and zesty Southern coleslaw recipe:

• Vegetables: This slaw features cabbage, carrots, and onions. 
• Mayo, milk, and buttermilk: Mayonnaise, milk, and buttermilk lend creaminess and flavor. 
• Sugar: White sugar adds sweetness, balancing the tart flavors of the other ingredients. 
• Lemon juice: Brighten things up with two tablespoons of lemon juice. 
• Vinegar: You’ll need two tablespoons of white distilled vinegar.
• Seasonings: Simply season the southern coleslaw with salt and pepper. 

How to Prepare Southern Coleslaw

Below you’ll find the complete, step-by-step instructions — but here’s a quick summary of what to expect when making Southern coleslaw:

1. Combine the vegetables in one bowl and prepare the dressing in a separate bowl.
2. Drizzle the dressing over the veggies and mix well.
3. Cover and chill for at least two hours before serving.

Tip from recipe creator Kristina: “To save time, I sometimes purchase pre-shredded cabbage and carrots, then chop them a bit finer.”

Can You Prepare Southern Coleslaw in Advance?

Absolutely! In fact, the coleslaw actually improves the longer it sits in the fridge, so it’s often a good idea to prepare it the day before you plan to serve it.

How to Store Southern Coleslaw Properly

Keep your Southern coleslaw fresh by storing it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.

Dinogo Community Reviews and Feedback

“Absolutely delicious,” says Bonnie Henry. “I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfect. My whole family loved it, and we’re serving it tonight with pulled pork sandwiches.”

“We’ve been on the hunt for the ideal coleslaw recipe, and I think we’ve found it,” shares Ray. “If you’re craving a KFC-style coleslaw, this is the one!”

“This recipe was fantastic,” shares Nana Tina. “Everyone enjoyed it, and I’ll be making it for our church dinner. I’m sure it will be a hit. I substituted sour cream and a little water since I didn’t have buttermilk.”

Editorial input by Corey Williams

Ingredients List

• 1 head cabbage, finely shredded

• 2 carrots, finely chopped

• 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion

• ½ cup mayonnaise

• ⅓ cup white sugar

• ¼ cup milk

• ¼ cup buttermilk

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

• 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

First, gather all the ingredients together.

In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, milk, buttermilk, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and the sugar has fully dissolved.

Combine the cabbage, carrots, and onion in a large salad bowl.

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and stir well to combine.

Cover the bowl and chill the coleslaw for at least 2 hours (the longer it sits, the better the flavor). Stir again before serving.

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Nutritional Information (per serving)