Description
A refreshing and tangy coleslaw featuring shredded cabbage and carrots tossed with fresh herbs and a creamy lemony dressing. Perfect as a side dish for barbecues, picnics, or any meal needing a crisp, flavorful salad.
Ingredients
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Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 pound cabbage (about 6 cups, red or green, shredded)
- 2 medium carrots (peeled and shredded)
- 1 small shallot (minced, about 2 tablespoons)
- 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh dill (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup chives (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (minced)
Dressing
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 large lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon celery seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Toss the Vegetables and Herbs: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, minced shallot, chopped parsley, dill, chives, and minced thyme leaves. Toss well to evenly distribute the herbs and vegetables.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl or liquid measuring cup, whisk together the buttermilk, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, white sugar, whole grain mustard, caraway seeds, celery seeds, salt, and black pepper. Using a microplane for zesting the lemon will make this step easier and more flavorful.
- Combine Salad and Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the tossed vegetables and herbs. Mix thoroughly to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Chill and Marinate: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the cabbage to release moisture which enhances the dressing. You can chill it for up to 3 days; the flavor improves with time.
Notes
- Use a microplane grater for zesting lemons for best results.
- Red or green cabbage works equally well, choose based on your preference.
- Chilling for several hours or overnight deepens the flavor and softens the cabbage slightly.
- This coleslaw pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, sandwiches, or as a fresh side salad.
