Best 8 Moms Cole Slaw Recipes

Moms Cole Slaw is a classic side dish that has been a staple in American homes for generations. This crunchy, tangy salad is made with shredded cabbage, carrots, and onion, tossed in a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing. There are many variations of Mom's Cole Slaw, each with its unique twist on the classic recipe. Whether you prefer a sweet and tangy slaw, a creamy and rich slaw, or a light and refreshing slaw, there is a Mom's Cole Slaw recipe out there for everyone.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC COLESLAW

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This Classic Coleslaw is a side dish staple in our house. It's the perfect complement to any summer barbecue or grilled meat dish. Crispy cabbage coated in the yummiest, tangy and creamy dressing-the perfect balance of texture and flavor!

Provided by Rachel Farnsworth

Categories Salad Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 cups shredded green cabbage
2 cups shredded purple cabbage
1/2 sweet onion (thinly sliced)
3 carrots (shredded)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

Add cabbage, onion, and carrots to a large mixing bowl and toss together.
Stir in mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours before serving before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 135 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Sodium 237 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g

MOM'S BEST COLESLAW

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My Mom created this recipe when I was a child, and I tweaked it a bit to my liking. It's the only coleslaw I will eat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups shredded cabbage
2 tablespoons shredded carrot
1 tablespoon chopped sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon reduced-fat sour cream
1-1/2 teaspoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots and peppers. In a small bowl, whisk the sour cream, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, celery seed and salt. Pour over cabbage mixture; toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MOM'S COLESLAW

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Year-round, our family always goes for this crisp, refreshing salad. With a tangy vinegar and oil dressing., it has wonderful homemade flavor. When Mom made it years ago for our family of seven, it was rare to have leftovers.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 large head cabbage, shredded
2 medium carrots, shredded
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 medium onion, quartered

Steps:

In a large bowl, toss cabbage, carrots and celery seed. Place the remaining ingredients in a blender; cover and process until combined. Pour over cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 19g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 220mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

VEGETABLE COLESLAW

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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 pound white cabbage (1/2 small head)
3/4 pound red cabbage (1/2 small head)
5 carrots
2 cups good mayonnaise
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons celery seeds
1 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Fit a food processor with the thickest slicing blade. Cut the cabbages into small wedges and place horizontally into the feed tube. Process in batches. Next, fit the food processor with the grating blade. Cut the carrots in half and place in the feed tube so they are lying on their sides. Process in batches and mix in a bowl with the grated cabbages.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, vinegar, celery seeds, celery salt, salt, and pepper. Pour enough of the dressing over the grated vegetables to moisten them. Serve cold or at room temperature.

COLESLAW I

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This is my mother-in-law's recipe. It's always requested at every family gathering.

Provided by Denise Smith

Categories Salad Coleslaw Recipes With Mayo

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 medium head cabbage, shredded
1 carrot, shredded
2 cups mayonnaise
1 cup cider vinegar
½ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons dried minced onion
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage and carrot.
In a large empty mayonnaise jar, add the 2 cups mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar and dry onion flakes. Shake well until blended.
Pour dressing mixture over cabbage and carrots and toss well. Chill and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Cholesterol 13.9 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 226.6 mg, Sugar 11.8 g

MY MOM'S COLESLAW

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This is my mom's recipe. We don't usually measure anything, we just KNoW what to do; but a friend of mine requested I put this on my recipe site, so I have done so.

Provided by Darlene Summers

Categories Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/2 head cabbage
2 medium carrots
1/2 small sweet onion
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 tablespoon vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
3/4 cup Miracle Whip (may use fat free or light)

Steps:

Grate cabbage, carrots and onion.
Mix together in large salad bowl.
Put dressing ingredients together and mix till smooth; pour over cabbage and mix well till all is coated.
Add Miracle Whip and some sweet pickle juice if more dressing is needed to cover well.
Refrigerate till very good and cold.

MOM'S COLE SLAW DRESSING

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I got this from my mom - she's been making this for us since we were small. I hope someone else enjoys this!

Provided by Gidget265

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 8 1/2 C, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/2 cup mayonnaise (I use low fat) or 1/2 cup Miracle Whip (I use low fat)
2 tablespoons vinegar or 2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated onion
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Mix the dressing - and let it sit a while. (couple hours or overnight is best, but I've used it after an hour or so -- ).
Keep separate from the cabbage and mix as you need it.
Mixes with 4C shredded Cabbage.

MOM'S COLESLAW

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Provided by Irene Clark

Categories Salad Leafy Green Side No-Cook Picnic Quick & Easy Yogurt Mayonnaise Vinegar Spring Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

6 cups medium-size red cabbage (organic, if possible), coarsely sliced
3 tablespoons white vinegar
Kosher salt
Use one of the following:
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon celery seeds
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1 tablespoon Jane's Krazy Mixed-Up Salt
3 tablespoons wine vinegar
2 tablespoons shaved carrot
4 tablespoons organic nonfat yogurt
3 tablespoons Hellmann's mayonnaise
2 tablespoons dill weed (organic, if possible), roughly chopped
Note: If you use a flavored salt or Old Bay seasoning, eliminate the kosher salt.
If you use wine vinegar, eliminate the white vinegar.
If you use carrot, eliminate the dill.

Steps:

Toss cabbage with 3 tablespoons white vinegar and a few generous pinches of kosher salt. Let stand a few minutes to allow the cabbage to begin to change chemically as it absorbs the ingredients. Add one of the special seasonings in the list. Toss again with 4 tablespoons yogurt. When the cabbage is fully coated, toss with 3 tablespoons mayonnaise. Stir in 2 tablespoons dill weed and serve.

Tips:

For a creamy coleslaw, use mayonnaise or sour cream as the base. Greek yogurt can be substituted for a healthier option.
Add a variety of vegetables to your coleslaw for extra flavor and texture. Common additions include carrots, celery, onions, and bell peppers.
Use a sharp knife or mandoline to thinly slice the cabbage and vegetables. This will help the coleslaw absorb the dressing more easily.
Toss the coleslaw with the dressing just before serving. This will prevent the cabbage from becoming soggy.
Serve coleslaw as a side dish with grilled or fried meats, fish, or sandwiches. It can also be used as a topping for tacos, burritos, or baked potatoes.

Conclusion:

Coleslaw is a versatile and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With its simple ingredients and endless variations, it's a great recipe to have in your repertoire. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give coleslaw a try!