Easy Coleslaw Recipe

There is nothing better than homemade coleslaw. I make this all of the time, and I often serve it with some air fryer meals. I thought I would take a second and write the recipe up because we all need an Easy Coleslaw Recipe.

This Homemade Coleslaw only requires only a few ingredients, and it a really refreshing side dish if you are serving a heavy meal. I always serve this with any air fryer fried fish I make. I find that it offers a nice balance between the two dishes.

Easy Coleslaw Recipe

Coleslaw is a pretty popular dish in America if you have been living under a rock or something. The name is actually from the Dutch word, Koolsla meaning cabbage salad. This dish does offer a variety of shredded cabbages with a mayonnaise-based dressing.

In America, coleslaw is often as a side dish along with BBQ meals, and fried chicken or fish. Some people coleslaw into the sandwiches, creating a GREAT sandwich.

Ingredients Used:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 14-ounce package coleslaw mix

Simple Directions:

1. In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, lemon juice, white vinegar sugar.
2. Mix until smooth.
3. Then pour your coleslaw mix into a large mixing bowl.
4. Pour the coleslaw dressing over the coleslaw mix, and use tongs and toss until the coleslaw mix is dressed.
5. Refrigerate until served.

Some Common Questions Asked About This Easy Coleslaw Recipe:

How Long Does Coleslaw Dressing Last?

If you want to make the dressing ahead of time, that is fine. Homemade Coleslaw dressing lasts about 1 to 2 days. Once you mix in, the cabbage will start to wilt, and the vinegar starts to break down the cabbage. Therefore it should be served with 2-4 hours after preparing.

Some Popular Add-Ins:

These are some great variations if you are trying to spice up your coleslaw.

1. Diced Apples
2. Dried Cranberries
3. Sliced Almonds
4. Shredded Carrots
5. Capers

Some Additional Seasonings To Spruce Up Your Coleslaw:

1. Lemon Zest
2. Lime Zest
3. Wasabi Powder
4. Onion Powder
5. Dijon Mustard
6. Green Onions

Some Other Great Air Fryer Side Dishes–

AIR FRYER, TEX-MEX POTATOES

EASY AIR FRYER, PARMESAN ROASTED POTATOES

AIR FRYER, LOADED AIR FRIED POTATO ROUNDS

SOME HELPFUL PRODUCTS USED IN MAKING COLESLAW:

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PYREX GLASS MIXING BOWL SET (3-PIECE SET, NESTING, MICROWAVE AND DISHWASHER SAFE)

NORDIC WARE PREP & SERVE MIXING BOWL SET, 4-PC, SET OF 4, COASTAL COLORS

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