Cabbage and Carrot Slaw with Mustard Seeds
This cabbage and carrot slaw is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that's perfect for summer gatherings. The shredded cabbage and carrots are tossed in a tangy dressing made with apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and whole mustard seeds. The slaw is then seasoned with salt and pepper to taste. This slaw is a great way to add some extra vegetables to your meal, and it's also a good source of fiber and vitamin C.
Cabbage and carrot slaw is a classic side dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. The first recorded recipe for slaw appeared in a cookbook published in 1742. The recipe called for shredded cabbage, carrots, and onions, which were then tossed in a dressing made with vinegar, oil, and mustard. Over the years, many variations on this basic recipe have been developed, but the combination of cabbage, carrots, and onions remains the core of the dish. Our recipe for cabbage and carrot slaw is a modern take on this classic dish. We've added Dijon mustard to the dressing for a bit of extra flavor, and we've also used whole mustard seeds to give the slaw a bit of crunch. This slaw is a great way to add some extra vegetables to your meal, and it's also a good source of fiber and vitamin C.
Cabbage and Carrot Slaw with Mustard Seeds Cabbage and Carrot Slaw with Mustard Seeds Cabbage and Carrot Slaw with Mustard Seeds Cabbage and Carrot Slaw with Mustard Seeds
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 head of green cabbage, shredded
  • 4 carrots, shredded
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon whole mustard seeds
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots, onion, and parsley.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and mustard seeds.
  3. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Why It Works
  • The combination of cabbage, carrots, and onions provides a variety of textures and flavors.
  • The tangy dressing made with apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and whole mustard seeds adds a lot of flavor to the slaw.
  • The slaw is a good source of fiber and vitamin C.