Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw Recipe (2024)

Red Cabbage Slaw is all dressed up with shredded carrots and a tasty homemade Apple Cider vinaigrette. It’s light, crunchy, full of zingy flavors, and makes a great side dish or even an excellent starter.

Red Cabbage Slaw with Carrots

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Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Our cabbage slaw is set apart by a tangy, homemade apple cider vinaigrette. Made with a mix of Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and extra virgin olive oil and complemented by apple cider vinegar, this dressing adds a perfect tangy counterpoint to the crunchy vegetables. The additional freshness of lemon juice, a hint of sweetness from honey, a sprinkle of chili powder for a bit of heat, and a dash of vanilla extract for a nuanced flavor make this vinaigrette a must-try!

How To Make Red Cabbage Slaw

1. Start by arranging the shredded cabbage, carrots, and green onions in a large salad bowl.
2. Next, mix together the Dijon mustard, garlic, olive oil, unfiltered apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, honey, vanilla extract, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and give it a good toss to evenly coat the vegetables.
4. After combining, give it a taste and tweak the seasoning as necessary to suit your taste.
5. Allow the cabbage slaw to chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes and up to 1 hour. This step allows the flavors to meld and enhances the overall taste of the salad.

Tips for Making a Slaw

1. Shred your cabbage and carrots as thinly as possible. This will give the slaw a nice texture and allow the dressing to better penetrate the vegetables.
2. Allow the slaw to sit for at least 15 minutes or even a couple of hours if you have time. This allows the flavors to meld together and the vegetables to soften slightly in the vinaigrette.
3. Always taste your slaw before serving. Depending on the acidity of your apple cider vinegar or the sweetness of your carrots, you may need to adjust the seasoning.
4. Fresh ingredients are key for a great coleslaw.

Remember, the best part about a recipe like this is that it’s flexible. Feel free to adjust it to your taste or mix in other veggies you might have on hand.

Serving Suggestions

This slaw pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes. Try it with grilled carne asada, chicken skewers, in a pulled pork sandwich, or alongside a simple grilled cheese sandwich. Its refreshing crunch makes it a versatile side.

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A great salad is all about balance, and this slaw perfectly marries the crisp, fresh veggies with the tangy vinaigrette to bring you a dish that you’ll want to make again and again. From hereon, we just need to properly celebrate what is in our present– flip flops, barbecues, and a fantastically textured Cabbage Slaw.

ENJOY!