Angel Hair Coleslaw with Dressing Recipe - Self Proclaimed Foodie (2024)

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This Angel Hair Coleslaw has a creamy light dressing and is the perfect side for your summer barbecue. The secret, though, is how the cabbage is cut.

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  • Why this recipe works:
  • Dressing ingredients:
  • Here’s how to make it:
  • Cooking tips:
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  • Angel Hair Coleslaw Recipe

Why this recipe works:

Homemade coleslaw is actually my family’s favorite salad recipe and we make it all the time. This recipe is fantastic!

  • When the cabbage is shredded really thin, it quickly absorbs the dressing creating a delicious amount of flavor in every bite.
  • The homemade creamy dressing is quick and easy to make with ingredients you most likely already have on hand.
  • You can make this coleslaw ahead of time by pre-shredding the cabbage and preparing the dressing, then tossing them together right before serving.

Dressing ingredients:

The creamy coleslaw dressing is so delicious and you can tweak any of the ingredients to your preferences.

  • mayonnaise
  • apple cider vinegar
  • milk or buttermilk
  • sugar
  • salt and pepper

Here’s how to make it:

  1. Shred the cabbage. I used to use a spiral cutter but have found that this mandolin produces the best results.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the milk and the vinegar and let it sit for a few minutes. If you use buttermilk instead of milk, there’s no need to let it sit.
  3. Add the sugar, mayonnaise, salt and pepper and whisk to combine.
  4. Just before serving, add dressing to the cabbage and toss to combine.

Cooking tips:

  • When cutting the cabbage, I recommend splitting the head in half by cutting vertically through the core. I then turn it upside down and shred the top of the cabbage until I hit the top of the core at which time I will rotate what I have left to shred all the cabbage around the core.
  • Always taste the dressing before adding it to the cabbage. It is the perfect combination of sweet, sour, and salt. If any of those three are too strong, balance it out by adding more of the other ingredients. For example, if it’s too sweet because of the sugar, add a bit more vinegar and salt.
  • As soon as you add the dressing, the cabbage will begin to release liquid, so this coleslaw is best if served immediately.
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Homemade coleslaw is so fantastic as an easy side dish recipe. I always make this recipe and serve it alongside:

  • BBQ Pork Ribs
  • Apple Cider Brine Smoked Pulled Pork
  • Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos
  • Roast Chicken

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Angel Hair Coleslaw

Prep5 minutes mins

Total5 minutes mins

Servings 8

Author Krissy Allori

This Angel Hair Coleslaw has a creamy light dressing and is the perfect side for your summer barbecue. The secret, though, is how the cabbage is cut.

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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Thinly slice cabbage. To make cabbage thin and angel hair like, use spiral cutter or mandolin. Set aside.

  • In bowl, whisk together milk and vinegar. Allow to sit for 2-3 minutes.

  • Whisk in mayonnaise, sugar, salt and pepper.

  • Toss cabbage in dressing. Serve immediately or cover and chill a couple hours to allow dressing to absorb. If not serving same day, do not combine cabbage with dressing to keep cabbage crisp. Serve with fresh ground pepper, if desired.

Notes

  • When cutting the cabbage, I recommend splitting the head in half by cutting vertically through the core. I then turn it upside down and shred the top of the cabbage until I hit the top of the core at which time I will rotate what I have left to shred all the cabbage around the core.
  • Always taste the dressing before adding it to the cabbage. It is the perfect combination of sweet, sour, and salt. If any of those three are too strong, balance it out by adding more of the other ingredients. For example, if it’s too sweet because of the sugar, add a bit more vinegar and salt.
  • As soon as you add the dressing, the cabbage will begin to release liquid, so this coleslaw is best if served immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 183kcal, Carbohydrates: 13g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 8mg, Sodium: 214mg, Potassium: 200mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 10g, Vitamin A: 135IU, Vitamin C: 41.6mg, Calcium: 53mg, Iron: 0.6mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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This recipe was originally published in November 2017 and has been updated with helpful information, ingredient and process photos, as well as recipe tips. Don’t worry – the recipe hasn’t changed!

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12 Comments

  1. Angel Hair Coleslaw with Dressing Recipe - Self Proclaimed Foodie (9)
    The angel hair coleslaw dressing recipe is the best!! I couldn’t leave it alone!! I’ve made coleslaw dressing before but always used plain vinegar, I believe the apple cider vinegar makes the difference, I used Bragg’s. Also I never put milk in it before. It’s a keeper!! Thank you so much!

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  2. Nothing beats angel hair cabbage slaw! It’s the best! I noticed that celery seed is evident in the recipe photo, but not in the ingredient list, and it’s really great with lots of celery seed. We actually prefer having it marinate overnight (Overnight Coleslaw—it’s not crisp or crunchy, but the flavor is amazing!), and use a small amount of sour cream instead of milk or buttermilk, but this recipe is very similar to our favorite, so will be trying this one also. It’s nice to have an alternate recipe, just in case I’m out of sour cream when the urge hits to make it. We like cabbage slaw SO much better than coleslaw loaded with onion pineapple, or other ingredients! It’s perfectly simple, but simply perfect.

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  3. Angel Hair Coleslaw with Dressing Recipe - Self Proclaimed Foodie (10)
    Perfect amount of sweet and tangy. I like lots of black pepper in mine.

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  4. I LOVE this!!! My new favorite coleslaw

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  5. I had this angel cabbage in ARGENTINA a few years ago and have wanted to find a cutter,theirs was very,very fine and oh11111111111111 so delicious. Every one ——-enjoyEsther

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  6. Angel Hair Coleslaw with Dressing Recipe - Self Proclaimed Foodie (11)
    so creative dishes, Common vegetables with creative name to make people want more to try it.

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  7. Delicious recipe! I was pairing it with tuna steaks with a soy marinade so I added a touch of soy sauce to replace the salt and some sesame oil. It was fantastic! I used a bag of angel hair cut cabbage and ended up with too much dressing. Next time I will make half the dressing. Everyone loved the salad! Thanks for posting it.

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    1. Thanks so much for letting me know, Joyce. Sounds amazing! Where’s MY dinner invite?!? Krissy

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  8. Hello. How did you use the spiral slicer to cut cabbage? I have one but am confused as to how I do this. Thanks.

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    1. Hi Jen! My spiral slicer is one of those “as seen on TV things”. It has different blades. For the cabbage, I use the flat blade. You basically want to shave your cabbage while rotating it in a spiral motion, if that makes sense. That way you get very thin LONG strips of cabbage. Hope that helps! Krissy

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      1. What is the name of the spiral slicer you are using? I got one a few years ago and ended up throwing it out because it was so clumsy….

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        1. Mine sucked too and I just bought the kitchen aid attachment. I actually also recommend using a mandolin for the cabbage.

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Angel Hair Coleslaw with Dressing Recipe - Self Proclaimed Foodie (2024)

FAQs

How do you make Gordon Ramsay homemade coleslaw? ›

Cooking Preparation of the Recipe:
  1. Be sure cabbage and carrots are chopped up into very fine pieces (about the size of rice).
  2. Combine the sugar, salt, pepper, milk, mayonnaise, buttermilk, vinegar, and lemon juice in a large bowl and beat until smooth.
  3. Add the cabbage, carrots, and onion, and mix well.

Why did Chick Fil A stop serving coleslaw? ›

Farmer said the decision to axe slaw was a difficult one, but something had to be cut to make way for the new side. And it turns out the kale salad is even more popular than the slaw, according to Farmer. "It's a vote," Farmer said. "People vote with their dollars when they come in and buy the superfood side."

How do you doctor up store bought coleslaw dressing? ›

It's sweet and sour, so thin the mayo with vinegar, white, apple cider or rice wine are the best choices. Sugar or agave nectar are good choices of sweeteners. Flavor wise, chopped pickle relish, celery seeds, a touch of Dijon mustard, salt, pepper and sour cream are all common.

What is the easiest way to shred cabbage for coleslaw? ›

It is all about what you like as any cut of cabbage makes good cole slaw. Shredded cabbage is the finest cut you can make either by very very finely slicing the leaves or by using a grater, like a box graters largest holes. You could also use a mandolin on a very fine setting.

Why do you soak shredded cabbage? ›

We wanted to find a method that would keep the cabbage from watering down the dressing and also a way to make the salad piquant without tasting too sharp. The solution: Some recipes call for soaking cabbage in ice water to make it crisp and plump.

Why is KFC coleslaw so good? ›

KFC coleslaw has a sweet and tangy taste, with a creamy texture. The dressing is made with a blend of mayonnaise, buttermilk, vinegar, sugar, and spices, which gives it its distinct flavor. The coleslaw also contains shredded cabbage and carrots, which add a crisp and fresh texture to the dish.

Why did KFC stop selling coleslaw? ›

The fast food chain was forced to stop selling its coleslaw tubs when a supply issue meant the slaw would have to be served up without the dressing. “We are currently experiencing a supply issue with our KFC coleslaw dressing,” a KFC spokesperson said. The slaw is made up of cabbage and carrots coated in mayonnaise.

What is in Mary Brown's coleslaw? ›

Mary Brown's shreds fresh cabbage and carrots in house, and tops it with a creamy dressing. The freshly shredded veggies give you a light yet satisfying crunch while the dressing gives you the tanginess you're looking for.

Why doesn't Chick-fil-A use mayo? ›

We don't put any sauces on any of our menu items because we want your meal to be as fresh as possible. Mayonnaise can make food spoil pretty quickly, so in order to keep our food fresher and avoid possible health problems from spoiled food, we avoid putting sauces on our food.

Why is it coleslaw and not cold slaw? ›

However cold your coleslaw may be, you are wise to spell it coleslaw. The word comes from a Dutch word (koolsla) that combines the Dutch words kool, meaning "cabbage," and sla, meaning "salad." Etymology is the main course.

Why is Chick-fil-A getting rid of the side salad? ›

Chick-fil-A explained, “At Chick-fil-A, our guests are at the forefront of every decision we make whether testing new culinary creations or rethinking our menu offerings. In an effort to simplify and refresh our menu, we made the difficult decision to remove the Side Salad from our menus earlier this month.

What is the best premade coleslaw? ›

Freshness Guaranteed Coleslaw

With its nice, thick dressing, Walmart's deli coleslaw is the best creamy coleslaw of the bunch. The dressing is heavy on the mayo, which makes it the best coleslaw to slather on a burger or pulled pork sandwich, and the copious amounts of shredded carrot will contribute some crunch, too.

How do you make Walmart coleslaw taste better? ›

Minced red bell pepper, minced dill pickle or cornichon, minced parsley, some sour cream, white balsamic and a little lemon juice to cut through the often way-too-sweet storebought stuff.

Why does my homemade coleslaw taste bitter? ›

Cabbage Core:Issue: The core of the cabbage can be bitter, especially if it's not removed before shredding. Solution: Ensure that you remove the core of the cabbage before shredding it. Cut the cabbage in half, then cut out the triangular core from each half. Old Cabbage:Issue: Older cabbage may develop a bitter taste.

How do you get the water out of cabbage for coleslaw? ›

You need to salt the cabbage first to draw out excess moisture before dressing the slaw.

How far ahead can you shred cabbage for coleslaw? ›

Coleslaw keeps well in the refrigerator for one to two days.

To save time, shred the vegetables a day or two in advance and store them in a resealable bag in the fridge. The coleslaw dressing lasts for up to two weeks when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

What attachment do you use to shred cabbage? ›

To shred cabbage, you'll want to use a shredding disc. It's a standard accessory for most food processors and can be reversible like the ones that come with select KitchenAid® food processors, or a single-function blade. Make sure the shredding side is facing up when using this blade.

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