Southern Coleslaw

Looking for the perfect side dish to complement your next backyard barbecue or family dinner? This Southern coleslaw recipe is easy to make and even better after a few hours in the fridge. Whether you’re topping pulled pork sandwiches or serving it alongside grilled favorites, this dish will surely be a crowd-pleaser. Let’s whip it up!

Prep Time: 20 mins
Additional Time: 2 hrs
Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 8

Ingredients

1 head cabbage, finely shredded
2 carrots, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
½ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup white sugar
¼ cup milk
¼ cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Gather the ingredients.
Whisk mayonnaise, sugar, milk, buttermilk, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl until smooth and sugar has dissolved.
Mix cabbage, carrots, and onion in a large salad bowl.
Pour dressing over cabbage mixture and mix thoroughly.
Cover bowl and refrigerate slaw at least 2 hours (the longer the better). Mix again before serving.