Coleslaw salad

Refreshing Coleslaw Salad with Crunchy Notes

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Resting time: 2 hours
Total time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Number of servings: 4

Coleslaw salad is a classic dish, perfect for accompanying summer barbecues or adding a crunchy touch to festive tables. This simple yet delicious recipe combines the crunchy texture of cabbage and carrot with a creamy dressing, providing a perfect balance of freshness and flavor. Let's discover together how to prepare an exceptional coleslaw salad!

Ingredients:

- 1/2 medium cabbage, finely shredded
- 2 large carrots, grated
- 1 red or yellow bell pepper, diced
- 3-4 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 small bunch of fresh dill, finely chopped
- 150 ml mayonnaise
- 2-3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
- 1-2 tablespoons sugar (to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

1. Preparing the ingredients: Start by washing the cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, and dill well. Slice the cabbage into thin strips using a sharp knife or a grater to achieve an even texture. Grate the carrots finely, and dice the bell pepper into small cubes. Finely chop the green onions.

2. Mixing the vegetables: In a large bowl, add the shredded cabbage, grated carrots, diced bell pepper, and green onions. Use a spatula or a large spoon to combine all the ingredients evenly.

3. Preparing the dressing: In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise with the apple cider vinegar and sugar. Mix well to achieve a creamy and uniform dressing. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper as desired. If you prefer a tangier note, you can add more vinegar or lemon juice.

4. Combining the dressing with the vegetables: Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and mix everything carefully, ensuring that each ingredient is well coated with the dressing.

5. Chilling the salad: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least two hours. This step is essential as it allows the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become more tender.

6. Serving: Once the salad has chilled, give it a final mix and add the freshly chopped dill, stirring gently to avoid breaking the texture. You can garnish the salad with a few slices of bell pepper for a pleasant visual effect.

Serving: Coleslaw salad is perfect alongside grilled meats, but you can also use it as a filling for sandwiches or tacos. Additionally, you can customize it by adding ingredients such as raisins, chopped nuts, or even dried apricots for a sweet contrast.

Practical tips:
- Choose fresh cabbage, preferably with crunchy leaves, for a delicious final result.
- You can experiment with the dressing by using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter version or adding Dijon mustard for a more sophisticated taste.
- Give it an Asian twist by adding sesame seeds and a few slices of fresh ginger to the dressing.

Try this coleslaw salad recipe and let yourself be carried away by the explosion of flavors and textures! It is a versatile, quick, and simple dish, perfect for any occasion.

 Ingredients: finely chopped cabbage, 1-2 grated carrots. Dressing: 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise, a glass of yogurt, sunflower oil, apple cider vinegar or a lime, cumin, chopped fresh dill, one red or yellow bell pepper for garnish, green onion (if you have and like it)