Sweet and Tangy Cabbage Slaw Perfect for Lunch

Ingredients

- 1 medium head of cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dressing:
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, celery seed, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk together until the mixture is smooth and the sugar has dissolved completely.
- Taste the dressing and adjust salt or sugar to your liking.

2. Prepare the Cabbage:
- Cut the cabbage in half and remove the core.
- Finely shred the cabbage using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer for uniform pieces.

3. Combine the Slaw:
- In a large bowl, add the shredded cabbage.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the cabbage.
- Use tongs or a large spoon to toss the cabbage thoroughly, ensuring every piece is coated with the dressing.

4. Chill the Slaw:
- Transfer the slaw to the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Longer chilling up to 2 hours can enhance flavor.

5. Serve:
- Once chilled, give the slaw a final toss before serving.
- Serve this refreshing slaw as a standalone lunch dish or a side pairing.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT15M
15 minutes
- Chilling Time: PT30M
30 minutes

Total Time

- Total: PT45M
45 minutes

Type of Dish

- Lunch

Keywords

- Cabbage slaw
- Lunch recipe
- Homemade slaw
- Easy cabbage recipe
- Quick lunch idea
- Apple cider vinegar dressing
- Vegetarian lunch
- Crunchy cabbage slaw
- Summer slaw
- Healthy slaw recipe

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- Total Calories: 1200 (approximately 300 calories per serving)

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