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Dolly Parton's Coleslaw Recipe

Sara Collins
Creamy and crunchy, Dolly Parton’s Coleslaw Recipe is a classic Southern favorite. It’s perfect for picnics, barbecues or family meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Southern
Servings 6
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Green cabbage shredded: 4 cups
  • Carrots shredded: 1 cup
  • Mayonnaise: ½ cup
  • Apple cider vinegar: 2 tablespoons
  • Sugar: 2 tablespoons
  • Salt: ½ teaspoon
  • Black pepper: ¼ teaspoon
  • Celery seed optional: ½ teaspoon

Instructions
 

Prepare the Vegetables

  • Shred cabbage and carrots finely. Place them into a large mixing bowl for easy mixing later.

Make the Dressing

  • In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth.

Combine Dressing and Vegetables

  • Pour dressing over shredded cabbage and carrots. Mix gently to coat all vegetables evenly with creamy dressing.

Add Optional Flavor

  • Sprinkle celery seeds over coleslaw. Stir lightly to mix and add a little extra crunch and aroma.

Chill Before Serving

  • Cover coleslaw with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to blend flavors nicely.

Serve Fresh

  • Give a quick stir before serving. Enjoy creamy, crunchy coleslaw as a delicious side dish.

Notes

  • Use fresh cabbage for best crunch.
  • Adjust sugar to taste for sweetness.
  • Refrigerate at least 30 minutes for flavors to blend.
  • Add more vinegar if you like tangier coleslaw.
  • Shred vegetables evenly for smooth texture.
Keyword Dolly Parton's Coleslaw Recipe