Extra creamy, homemade coleslaw dressing is the key ingredient in making the most popular summer side dish on your table. It’s easy to make with simple ingredients and the perfect amount of tang to make the best coleslaw recipe!

Homemade Coleslaw Dressing

You know how every restaurant has a different version of coleslaw? It is never quite the same and some places nail it perfectly and a lot more fail miserably.

My recipe for the best creamy coleslaw dressing will knock your socks off and you’ll be licking the serving bowl.

Store bought coleslaw dressing is what most restaurants will use, and a lot of people think making it at home is too complicated.

I’m gonna show you exactly how to make a classic coleslaw recipe, but then also how to put your own spin on it.

You can use it for more than just coleslaw too!

Ingredients Needed

Mayo – I like to use Duke’s brand, it’s my fave, but use your favorite. You can also substitute sour cream or yogurt if you prefer.

Mustard – I like to use Dijon for the extra flavor but feel free to use spicy brown or plain yellow.

Vinegar – If you don’t have apple cider vinegar feel free to use white vinegar in its place.

Spices – These are pretty basic with onion powder, celery seed, and salt and black pepper. Use your favorites! Sometimes I switch it up with dry mustard powder, whole mustard seed or even a dab of barbecue sauce or maple syrup for unique flavor.

Pantry staples – Lemon juice, sugar.

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How to Make Coleslaw Dressing from Scratch

First: In a medium bowl or mason jar with a lid, add the mayo, mustard, and spices. Stir or shake to mix.

Second: Add the vinegar and lemon juice. Stir or shake.

Third: Season with salt and pepper and chill until ready to use. For the best flavor, let the natural flavors marry a while.

Fourth: Toss in a large bowl with shredded cabbage or broccoli salad of your choice.

For the full recipe and detailed baking instructions, please see the recipe card at the end of this post.

How long does it last?

Coleslaw Dressing will last about a week in your refrigerator in an airtight container. I like to keep it in a glass jar with a tight lid.

Can I freeze it?

You can freeze it, but it will separate when you thaw it. Be sure to give it a good shake before using.

Serving Suggestions

I like to put coleslaw on my hot dogs and sandwiches, which is popular in some northern cities. Try it with seafood, it gives a great freshness to a fried fish dinner.

In the south they will have coleslaw with just about anything, it is almost always brought out as a side with any main dish, like these baked beans.

I love mine with a hot bowl of chili and then finished with a tart slice of Key Lime Pie.

Tips for No Leftovers

Make it a day or two ahead of time and let the flavors combine before using it.
Keep it stored in the fridge in an air tight container.
This is enough dressing to cover 1 pound of coleslaw mix. Feel free to double or triple the recipe.
Be sure to give it a good shake before using.
Use this not only on crunchy coleslaw but also a cucumber tomato salad or a chopped salad!

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