Name: Jessica's Coleslaw
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 70 min
Ingredients: 1 medium head green cabbage, cored and shredded; 1 cup shredded red cabbage; 0.5 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon buttermilk; 0.5 teaspoon sugar, or to taste; 0.5 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 0.25 teaspoon ground pepper, or to taste

Jessica's Coleslaw

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Culinary historian and cookbook author Jessica B. Harris shares this classic coleslaw recipe, made with green and red cabbage, cider vinegar and a splash of tangy buttermilk. A bit of sugar balances the vinegar's acid, but adjust the sweetness to your preference. Serve it with fried fish, sandwiches, burgers or any other picnic or BBQ fare.

Jessica B. Harris, Ph.D.

Updated on June 19, 2020

Prep Time:

10 mins

Additional Time:

1 hrs

Total Time:

1 hrs 10 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Low Carbohydrate

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Ingredients

1 medium head green cabbage, cored and shredded
1 cup shredded red cabbage
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon buttermilk
½ teaspoon sugar, or to taste
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground pepper, or to taste

Directions

Combine green cabbage and red cabbage in a medium glass salad bowl, fluffing it with a fork so the strips are separated. Mix mayonnaise, vinegar, buttermilk, sugar, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Pour the dressing over the cabbage; toss to coat well. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour so the flavors mingle, and for up to 2 days. Taste and adjust the seasonings, if desired, before serving chilled.

Tips

To make ahead: Shred cabbage and prepare dressing up to 2 days ahead and refrigerate separately. Cover and refrigerate coleslaw for up to 2 days; drain any excess liquid, if necessary, before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

102	Calories
8g	Fat
6g	Carbs
1g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 102
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 6g	2%
Dietary Fiber 2g	9%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 1g	3%
Total Fat 8g	11%
Saturated Fat 1g	7%
Cholesterol 5mg	2%
Vitamin A 177IU	4%
Vitamin C 37mg	41%
Folate 41mcg	10%
Sodium 206mg	9%
Calcium 43mg	3%
Iron 1mg	3%
Magnesium 13mg	3%
Potassium 178mg	4%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.