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Best Vinegar Coleslaw

Crisp cabbage and onion soak up a bright sweet-tart dressing of vinegar, oil, sugar, mustard, and celery seed, delivering a lively crunch and tangy finish in every bite.

Best Vinegar Coleslaw
Total
18 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
3 min
Serves
8

Nutrition per Serving

Calories
224
Protein
2g
Carbs
35g
Fat
9g
Fiber
3g
Sugar
30g
Sodium
352mg

Ingredients

  • 1 medium head cabbage, cored and shredded
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup vinegar
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp celery seed
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp prepared mustard
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Gather the ingredients.
  2. Toss cabbage and onion together in a large bowl; set aside.
  3. Combine sugar, vinegar, oil, celery seed, salt, mustard, and pepper in a small saucepan; bring to a boil and simmer, stirring frequently, until sugar is dissolved, about 3 minutes.
  4. Let mixture cool slightly, about 5 minutes, then pour over cabbage mixture; toss well to coat.
  5. Serve and enjoy!