Joanna Gaines Coleslaw Recipe
The Joanna Gaines Coleslaw Recipe is fresh, creamy and full of flavor. It is perfect for summer meals and family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 cups green cabbage shredded
- 1 cup red cabbage shredded
- 1 large carrot grated
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard optional
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
- Wash the cabbage and carrot well. Shred the green and red cabbage finely. Grate the carrot using a box grater.
Combine the Vegetables
- Place shredded cabbage and grated carrot into a large bowl. Toss gently with salad tongs until everything mixes evenly.
Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, add mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, salt and pepper. Whisk well until the dressing becomes smooth.
Add Dijon Mustard
- Stir Dijon mustard into the dressing for extra flavor. This ingredient is optional but adds a nice tangy depth.
Pour Dressing Over Vegetables
- Slowly pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture. Use a spoon or tongs to coat all vegetables evenly.
Mix the Coleslaw
- Toss the mixture gently until every piece of cabbage becomes covered with the creamy dressing.
Taste and Adjust
- Taste the coleslaw. Add extra salt, pepper or vinegar if needed to match your preferred flavor.
Chill the Coleslaw
- Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator. Chill for at least one hour to develop the flavor.
Toss Before Serving
- Remove from the refrigerator and toss again lightly. This helps redistribute the dressing evenly.
Serve Fresh
- Serve the coleslaw chilled as a side dish with barbecue, sandwiches, or grilled meats.
Notes
- Use very fresh cabbage for the best crunch.
- Slice cabbage thinly for better texture.
- Let the coleslaw chill at least one hour before serving.
- Add chopped green onions for extra flavor.
- Mix in shredded apples for a sweet twist.
- Add celery seeds for a traditional coleslaw flavor.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter dressing.
- Add chopped parsley for fresh color and taste.