5-Ingredient Easy Cole Slaw Recipe

This super easy cole slaw will make you wonder why you ever purchased store made instead of doing it this way! This recipe for easy coleslaw is great for all your parties and backyard BBQ’s!

Making cole slaw at home is really not that difficult! Over the years we’ve gotten used to buying it because it seems quicker and easier but I really enjoy making it at home with this easy coleslaw dressing recipe.

You can still buy the coleslaw mix of shredded cabbage so you don’t have to shred the cabbage by hand if you are worried about saving time!

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When it comes to summer recipes I always think of coleslaw, macaroni salad, potato salad, pasta salad, and of course grilling recipes! This recipe for easy coleslaw will become a fast favorite for you after give it a try.

If you like to make pulled pork this is a recipe you can pair with that every time! Coleslaw goes great with your grilling favorites and we serve it up with pulled pork, ribs, and even grilled chicken for a quick and wholesome meal that I don’t have to think about too much.

Plus, when you have a quick recipe like this, it gives you time to make something a little more involved, like homemade sweet and spicy baked beans.

Can I make this recipe for easy coleslaw in advance?

You can absolutely make this one a day or even more in advance. It gets better after a day or of sitting in the refrigerator. It’s a simple recipe and when it has a chance to let those flavors meld together and soak into the cabbage it gets really delicious!

Feel free to make this one ahead of time and just give it a good stir before you are ready to serve it up!

What do I need to make this version of easy cole slaw:

You will need cabbage that is shredded or coleslaw mix along with some mayonaise, white vinegar, sugar, dry. mustard, and salt.

That’s it! Just six ingredients, most of which you might already have on hand. I grab the bags of shredded coleslaw mix from the grocery store but if you have heads of cabbage on hand you can easily shred them and use that too!

In terms of time I like to save myself the hassle and just get the pre-shredded stuff but use whatever you have on hand it will taste the same!

How to make this easy coleslaw dressing recipe:

The dressing recipe is really simple to make. It’s just five ingredients so you won’t have trouble coming up with the needed ingredients and you definitely won’t have trouble making it come out right.

My easy cole slaw wouldn’t be “easy” if it was loaded with difficult ingredients, right?!

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, dry mustard, and salt…that’s literally all it takes to make a homemade coleslaw dressing!

How to make a recipe for easy coleslaw:

Let’s dive in and take a look at how simple it is to make this version of a homemade cole slaw. You are just four steps away from having a tasty side dish for your next party or family BBQ. It’s truly a very simple process that anyone can do…even kids!

If you have kids that like to work with you in the kitchen this is a great recipe for them to make. It’s simple, easy to make, doesn’t require the stove or sharp knives, and it’s very flexible and easy to fix if any of the measures get messed up!

Place cabbage in a large bowl.

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, dry mustard, and salt.

Pour dressing into the cabbage bowl. 

Toss to coat.

Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

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