Classic Coleslaw
This classic coleslaw is called classic for a reason. It has a creamy mayo dressing made with mayonnaise, buttermilk, sugar, salt, vinegar, and lemon juice tossed with cabbage and scallions and left to rest until the flavors are perfectly mingled. A must have at every BBQ, picnic, and cookout.
Ingredients
- 6 cups finely sliced cabbage, (from 1 small head)
- 8 scallions, (including green parts), thinly sliced
- 3 to 5 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup milk, (preferably whole)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup buttermilk, (either low-fat or full-fat)
- 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime or lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss together the cabbage and scallions.
- In a separate bowl, stir together the sugar, salt, pepper, milk, mayo, buttermilk, vinegar, and lime or lemon juice. Taste and season with more salt and pepper, if desired.
- Pour about 2/3 of the dressing over the scallions and cabbage and stir. If desired, stir in some or all of the remaining dressing. Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours.
- Serve cold. Stir to combine again thoroughly just before you sit down at the table. Originally published July 1, 2015.
Nutrition
Serving: 1portion | Calories: 184kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 536mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g