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Salads and Cold Sides

Cabbage and Carrot Slaw

This crunchy slaw combines thinly sliced cabbage and shredded carrots with lemon, olive oil, and a pinch of sugar. It's affordable, quick to make, and keeps well in the fridge.

  • Total time 25 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • Rest or chill time 10 min
  • Makes Makes 6 side servings
  • Difficulty Easy

Raw cabbage is crisp with a slightly peppery bite. Slice it very thin and toss it with salt and lemon juice a few minutes before serving. It will soften slightly without losing its crunch.

The pinch of sugar doesn't make the slaw sweet; it balances the lemon's acidity and the cabbage's natural bitterness.

Ingredients

Amounts for 6 servings (Makes 6 side servings).

Equipment

  • Knife and cutting board
  • Grater
  • Large bowl

Instructions

  1. Step 1 Slice the cabbage

    Remove the outer leaves and core from the cabbage. Use a sharp knife to slice it into very thin strips. Rinse and drain well.

    • 1/2 small green cabbage

  2. Step 2 Grate the carrot

    Peel and coarsely grate the carrots.

    • 2 carrots

  3. Step 3 Season

    In a bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, sugar, and salt until the sugar dissolves. Add the cabbage and carrots, then mix with your hands, gently squeezing as you go.

    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon sugar
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  4. Step 4 Let it rest and serve

    Let it rest for 10 minutes to soften the cabbage. Finish with the green onions.

    • 1 tablespoon chopped scallions

    About 10 min

Tips for success

  • Mixing red and green cabbage makes the salad more colorful. Red cabbage can stain the other ingredients, so mix it in just before serving.
  • Raisins or diced pineapple add a sweet contrast.
  • For a creamy version, replace the olive oil with 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise.

Substitutions

Lemon juice
Apple cider vinegar, in the same amount.

How to store

Once dressed, it keeps for 2 days in the fridge. Undressed sliced cabbage keeps for 4 days in an airtight container.

Allergens

None of the major allergens are listed among the ingredients.

Packaged ingredients may contain traces of other allergens. Always check the labels of the brands you use.

Published October 13, 2026. US measurements: 1 cup = 240 mL, 1 tablespoon = 15 mL, 1 teaspoon = 5 mL; 1 oz = 28 g.