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Classic 4th of July Coleslaw

A quick and easy patriotic coleslaw with crunchy cabbage, carrots, and a creamy tangy dressing. Top with fresh blueberries for a festive red, white, and blue 4th of July side dish that's ready in 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 69 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 c shredded green cabbage about 3/4 head
  • 1 c shredded carrot about 2 medium carrots
  • 3 T mayonnaise
  • 1 T apple cider vinegar
  • 2 T buttermilk or milk
  • 1/2 t salt
  • 1/4 t black pepper
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
  • blueberries optional, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Prep the veggies: In a large bowl, toss together the 3 cups of shredded cabbage and 1 cup of shredded carrot. Set aside.
  • Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 T of mayonnaise, 1 T of apple cider vinegar, 2 T buttermilk, 1/2 t salt, and 1/4 t black pepper until smooth.
  • Combine: Pour the dressing over the shredded vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
  • Garnish: Top with chopped parsley and blueberries.
  • Serve or chill: Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 15 to 60 minutes to let the flavors meld. Taste and adjust salt as needed before serving.

Notes

Make-ahead: Prep the dressing and shred the produce a few hours early and keep covered and chilled. Combine right before serving. Then garnish with fresh parsley and blueberries as you slide it onto the picnic table.
For a lighter option, replace 1-2 tablespoons of mayo with plain Greek yogurt.
Dairy-free: Use dairy-free mayo and skip the buttermilk (use a splash of non-dairy milk instead).

Nutrition

Calories: 69kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 265mgPotassium: 139mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3612IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 0.3mg
Keyword 4th of July coleslaw, 4th of July side dishes, cookout coleslaw, patriotic coleslaw
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