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close up of a white serving bowl loaded with tangy vinegar based coleslaw.

Old-Fashioned Coleslaw With Vinegar Dressing

Tangy classic coleslaw with vinegar is the kind of crisp, refreshing side dish I want at every summer cookout and potluck. The simple sweet-and-tangy vinegar dressing lets the fresh vegetables shine, and making it ahead means the flavors get even better while you get to relax and enjoy the party.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings: 12 Servings
Author: Carlee

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 1 small head cabbage
  • ½ onion
  • ½ green pepper
  • 1 cup carrots
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds

Coleslaw Dressing

  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 Tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Mix together dressing ingredients and set aside (dressing can be made ahead if desired.)
  • Shred and/or dice the vegetables into small pieces. Place in a large mixing bowl.  Toss with celery seeds.
  • Drizzle most of the dressing over the salad and stir to coat. Refrigerate reserved dressing. Cover and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least a few hours or overnight. 
  • Add remaining dressing and stir before serving.

Notes

Coleslaw is best served a few hours after you dress it, but the leftovers will keep for several days in the refrigerator. After a day or two, the leftover coleslaw may get a little bit watery. If that happens, just drain off the excess liquid and add a little bit more dressing before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 216mg | Potassium: 188mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1875IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg
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