This Classic Coleslaw with Celery Seed Dressing is a side dish worthy of the marinated and barbecued meats gracing our picnic plates.
Not the mayonnaise-laden cabbage seen in deli cases, this tangy-sweet homemade dressing with a pop of celery seed lightly coats a rainbow of crunchy vegetables for a memorable barbecue dish.

Classic Coleslaw with Celery Seed Dressing
Warmer days draw us outside for grilling so you’re gonna need a killer side dish for your backyard entertaining.
Celery Seed Dressing Make This Old Stand-by Stand-out
Celery seeds are a great source of calcium and provide an extra punch of flavor your guests will appreciate. The dressing in this recipe is versatile, so feel free to use broccoli stems in place of the cabbage.
TIP: To save a little time, shredded cabbage or broccoli slaw can be purchased already shredded. If using broccoli slaw add a colorful aspect with chopped radicchio, sometimes known as Italian chicory, in place of the red cabbage.
Coleslaw with Celery Seed
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons coconut palm sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoons buttermilk , plus more to thin, if needed
- 1/2 teaspoons celery seeds
- 1/4 heaping teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded green cabbage (about 1/4 head)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded red cabbage (about 1/4 head)
- 1/3 cup finely diced green bell pepper
- 3/4 cup grated carrot
- 1/4 cup grated sweet yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, vinegar, buttermilk, celery seeds, salt and pepper; whisk well to dissolve the sugar.
- In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Toss with the dressing until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning, to taste. Place in the refrigerator, covered, to chill and meld flavors for at least 1 hour before serving.
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Emily Kemp says
Yum, This Coleslaw sounds so delicious, This would go great with a BBQ or any grilled meats!