Sweet Restaurant Slaw
This Sweet Restaurant Slaw features coleslaw mix, creamy salad dressing, sugar, vinegar, onion, and poppy seeds—reminiscent of the slaw served with fried chicken or BBQ at popular restaurants.
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 16-ounce bag coleslaw mix
- 2 tablespoons finely diced onion
- ⅔ cup creamy salad dressing such as Miracle Whip
- ½ cup white granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- ½ teaspoon poppy seeds
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Prepare the Coleslaw Base
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the coleslaw mix and diced onion. Gently toss to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Whisk the Dressing
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the creamy salad dressing, white sugar, vegetable oil, white vinegar, poppy seeds, and salt. Continue whisking until the mixture is fully emulsified and smooth.
Combine and Toss
- Pour the dressing over the coleslaw mixture. Using a spatula or salad tongs, gently toss until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Chill Before Serving
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the slaw to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the cabbage to soften slightly. Stir once more before serving.
Notes
To prepare this Sweet Restaurant Slaw gluten-free, ensure the creamy salad dressing (e.g., Miracle Whip or any alternative used) is certified gluten-free. Most of the ingredients are naturally gluten-free, but it is important to verify labels—especially for condiments—to avoid cross-contamination.