Homemade Coleslaw Dressing
A creamy, mayo-based coleslaw dressing that comes together in 5 minutes. Tangy, lightly sweet, and balanced — enough to dress one bag of coleslaw mix.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: about 2/3 cup (dresses one 14–16 oz bag)
- Category: Dressing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon sugar or honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon celery seed (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a bowl and whisk until smooth.
- Taste and adjust: more vinegar if too mayo-heavy, more mayo or sweetness if too sharp.
- Toss with a bag of coleslaw mix, or store in the fridge until ready to use.
Notes
- Makes enough for one 14–16 oz bag of coleslaw mix (about 4 cups).
- For a lighter dressing, use 1/4 cup mayo + 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream.
- Keeps 5–7 days airtight in the fridge; shake or stir before using.
Find it online: https://reachwellth.com/homemade-coleslaw-dressing/