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Sweet Tangy Coleslaw Dressing Recipe: The Ultimate Homemade Slaw Sauce

This sweet tangy coleslaw dressing recipe creates a classic creamy sauce with perfect balance between sweetness and tanginess. With just a few simple ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a homemade slaw dressing that elevates cabbage salads from ordinary to extraordinary.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Combine wet ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard until smooth and well combined.
  2. Add dry ingredients: Stir in the granulated sugar, celery seed, onion powder, and garlic powder. Continue whisking until the sugar dissolves completely and all ingredients are fully incorporated.
  3. Season to perfection: Taste the dressing and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference.
  4. Mix with cabbage: Pour the dressing over your shredded cabbage and vegetables. Toss the coleslaw gently to ensure even coating without bruising the cabbage.
  5. Let it rest: Allow the coleslaw to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together.

Notes

For best results, let dressing chill for 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Can be prepared up to 3 days in advance and stored in airtight container in refrigerator. Adjust sweetness by reducing sugar if preferred.