Can you freeze coleslaw?

Mayo-based coleslaw, like this American-style coleslaw, absolutely cannot be frozen. Unless you like curdled mayonnaise, then, by all means, give it a try! However, since shredded raw cabbage is freezer-friendly, vinegar-based coleslaw recipes can be frozen for up to one month.

What is coleslaw called in America?

This shredded cabbage salad is known as coleslaw, cold slaw, or simply "slaw" in America. Though its name is derived from the Dutch term koosla, you won't see it listed on diner menus as such.

What's the difference between coleslaw and slaw?

Typically, coleslaw features cabbage as the main ingredient, while slaw can be any combination of chopped, raw vegetables.

Creamy American Coleslaw - Sugar & Snap Peas

Name: Creamy American Coleslaw
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons white sugar; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 16 ounces store-bought coleslaw mix; 2 large carrots - shredded

Creamy American Coleslaw

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With its tangy-sweet flavor and creamy-crunchy texture, this old-fashioned American coleslaw recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next potluck, picnic, or summer cookout! Bagged coleslaw mix saves prep time, and it's even better when prepared in advance.

Author: Katie
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Side Dish
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
16 ounces store-bought coleslaw mix
2 large carrots - shredded

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Instructions

Add the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper to a large mixing bowl and whisk until smooth.
Add the coleslaw mix and shredded carrots and mix until the vegetables are fully coated in the creamy coleslaw dressing.
Cover the coleslaw mixture and let it chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
After 1 hour, give the coleslaw a good stir, serve it cold, and enjoy!

Notes

You can use freshly chopped cabbage if you’d like. Most store-bought coleslaw mixes contain about 80% green cabbage and 20% red (purple) cabbage.
Chilling for at least 1 hour is essential! Letting the salad sit allows the flavors to fully develop and slightly softens the cabbage, making it easier to chew.
Leftover creamy American coleslaw can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
It eventually becomes soggy, so it’s best to eat it up within a couple of days.
The nutrition information shown below is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6th of recipe
Calories: 298
Sugar: 8 g
Sodium: 535.1 mg
Fat: 27.6 g
Carbohydrates: 11.2 g
Fiber: 2.6 g
Protein: 1.6 g
Cholesterol: 15.4 mg

Find it online: https://sugarandsnappeas.com/creamy-american-coleslaw/