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Marinated coleslaw served in a bowl with BBQ sides

Marinated Coleslaw That’s Better Than Store-Bought – 1 Simple Recipe


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  • Author: Raelynn
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

This classic marinated coleslaw is tangy, crisp, and full of flavor. A vinegar-based slaw that gets better each day, it’s perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or everyday meals.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1 large head of cabbage – cored, quartered and very thinly sliced
  • 1 large yellow or red onion, very thinly sliced
  • 1 large green pepper – seeded and very thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Place thinly sliced cabbage, onion, and green pepper in a large bowl with a lid.
  2. In a saucepan, combine vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, pepper, mustard, and celery seed. Bring to a boil.
  3. Immediately pour hot mixture over vegetables. Stir well to coat evenly.
  4. Cover the bowl and let it cool to room temperature.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

Notes

This recipe tastes better the longer it marinates—up to 5 days in the fridge. You can customize it with jalapeños, carrots, or red cabbage for variety.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Side Dishes
  • Method: Boil
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg