Creamy BBQ Coleslaw

Name: Creamy BBQ Coleslaw
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups shredded green cabbage; 1 cup shredded carrots; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1 tbsp sugar; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Creamy BBQ Coleslaw

Story updated September 18, 2026

Coleslaw derives from the Dutch "koolsla," or cabbage salad, brought to America by Dutch settlers in what is now New York. Creamy mayonnaise-based versions became standard in American Southern barbecue culture as a cooling counterpart to smoked meats.

Ingredients

Scale:· 6 servings

6 cups shredded green cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1Combine the shredded cabbage and carrots in a large bowl.
2In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until evenly coated.
4Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

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