Description

Gordon Ramsay’s Crunchy Coleslaw is a vibrant, creamy, and tangy side dish featuring finely shredded green and purple cabbage, grated carrots, and a perfectly balanced homemade dressing made with mayonnaise, white and apple cider vinegars, sugar, and celery seed. This quick and easy recipe delivers a refreshing crunch and bright flavors, ideal for BBQs, pulled pork, sandwiches, and weeknight meals.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Slaw

3 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
2 cups purple cabbage, finely shredded
1 cup carrots, grated or julienned

For the Dressing

½ cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp white vinegar
½ tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tsp sugar
½ tsp celery seed
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Whisk the Dressing: In a medium bowl, vigorously whisk together mayonnaise, white vinegar, apple cider vinegar, sugar, celery seed, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is completely smooth and creamy.
Prepare the Vegetables: Using a sharp knife or mandoline, finely shred the green and purple cabbages. Grate the carrots with a box grater or julienne peeler for an optimal texture.
Combine and Toss: Place all shredded vegetables in a large bowl. Pour the dressing on top and toss everything thoroughly with tongs, ensuring each piece is evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
Chill to Marry Flavors: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour. This chilling step allows the flavors to meld beautifully and softens the cabbage slightly for a tender yet crunchy texture.

Notes

To keep coleslaw from becoming watery, salt the cabbage after shredding and let it drain for about 20 minutes, then rinse and pat dry before dressing.
You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or sour cream for a lighter dressing.
For a keto-friendly version, omit sugar and use low-carb plain Greek yogurt instead of mayo.
Vegans can use vegan mayonnaise or unsweetened coconut yogurt as a dairy-free alternative.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 5 days; best within 48 hours for optimal crunch.
Do not freeze the dressed coleslaw, as the dressing will separate. Freeze undressed shredded vegetables if needed.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Side Dishes
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Gordon Ramsay coleslaw, crunchy coleslaw, creamy coleslaw, tangy coleslaw, BBQ side dish, green cabbage coleslaw, purple cabbage salad, homemade coleslaw dressing