Bill Miller Coleslaw Recipe
Bill Miller coleslaw is an easy-to-make, Southern-style slaw that packs in a ton of flavors. It is a creamy, tangy and crunchy salad with an irresistible dressing that will have you coming back for more! The combination of delightful ingredients makes this classic coleslaw recipe perfect for any meal.
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Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 121kcal
Equipment
- 1 big mixing bowl
- 1 French knife
- 1 medium size bowl
- Mandoline slicer
- Paper towel or salad spinner
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of fresh and vibrant green onions thinly sliced, adding a subtle oniony kick.
- 1/2 teaspoon of aromatic celery seed offering a delicate and earthy note that complements the other ingredients.
- 1 1/2 carrots peeled and julienne-cut, adding a burst of orange color and a sweet crunch to the mix.
- 1/4 yellow onion peeled and thinly sliced, infusing a mild and aromatic flavor to the salad.
- 1/8 head of vibrant and colorful red cabbage thinly sliced, providing a beautiful contrast and a hint of sweetness.
- 1/4 head of crisp and refreshing green cabbage thinly sliced, adding a crunchy and vibrant element to the salad.
- Salt and pepper to taste allowing you to season the salad to your desired level of perfection.
For the Dressing:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons of sugar balancing the flavors and adding a touch of sweetness to the dressing.
- 1 1/2 tablespoons of tangy buttermilk providing a creamy and tangy element to the dressing.
- 1 tablespoon of zesty apple cider vinegar adding a bright and tangy taste that cuts through the richness.
- Salt and pepper to taste allowing you to season the dressing to your liking.
- 1/3 cup of creamy and luscious mayonnaise creating a rich and velvety texture.
Instructions
- Thinly slice the head of green cabbage, red cabbage and julienne the carrots. Chop onions thinly. Place all these ingredients in a big mixing bowl.
- In a separate medium-sized bowl, prepare the dressing for Bill Miller coleslaw. Put mayonnaise, salt, pepper, buttermilk, apple cider vinegar, and sugar in the bowl. Whisk it until everything is blended together and becomes a homogenous mixture.
- Drizzle the dressing over the cabbage mix and add celery seed to it. Use tongs or a salad spinner to mix all of them together. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors blend.
- Serve the Bill Miller coleslaw as a side dish or use it to top burgers, sandwiches, tacos, etc.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife to slice the cabbage and carrots evenly for best results.
- Combine the dressing ingredients in a bowl and whisk until well combined before pouring over the slaw mixture.
- Mix the slaw thoroughly with the dressing and season with salt and pepper.
- Chill the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes before serving for the flavors to blend and vegetables to soften slightly.
