24 Apr 2025
Cook time 0 min
Prep time 40 min
Ingredients:
5 cups cabbage
1.50 cups cucumber
2/3 cup onion
1/3 cup dried milk
3 tbsp vinegar
5 tbsp mayonnaise salad dressing
1/2 tbsp garlic powder
1/2 tbsp salt
0.95 tsp black pepper
Buttermilk cole slaw with garlic and onion is a refreshing and tasty side dish that's perfect for any barbecue or picnic. This recipe combines the crisp texture of cabbage and cucumber with the creamy richness of buttermilk and mayonnaise. The addition of garlic and onion brings a flavorful punch, making this slaw a crowd-pleaser.
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Vegetables:
- Using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer, thinly slice 5 cups of cabbage.
- Thinly slice 1.5 cups of cucumber. You can peel the cucumber if desired, but it's optional.
- Finely chop 2/3 cup of onion.
2. Combine Vegetables:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cabbage, cucumber, and finely chopped onion. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the vegetables.
3. Prepare the Dressing:
- In a separate medium-sized bowl, mix 1/3 cup of dried milk powder with 3 tablespoons of vinegar. Stir well to combine until the mixture is smooth.
- Add 5 tablespoons of mayonnaise salad dressing to the bowl.
- Add 1/2 tablespoon of garlic powder, 1/2 tablespoon of salt, and 0.95 teaspoon of black pepper to the mayonnaise mixture.
- Stir the dressing ingredients together until well combined and smooth.
4. Combine Dressing with Vegetables:
- Pour the prepared dressing over the mixed vegetables in the large bowl.
- Toss the vegetables and dressing together until everything is evenly coated. Make sure the dressing is evenly distributed throughout the slaw.
5. Chill and Serve:
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the coleslaw to an airtight container.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the slaw to chill.
- Give the coleslaw one final stir before serving to ensure the dressing is well mixed.
6. Enjoy:
- Serve the buttermilk coleslaw as a side dish with your favorite meals. It pairs especially well with grilled meats, sandwiches, and barbecue dishes.
Tips:
- For a fresher taste, use fresh garlic and onion instead of powdered.
- Let the slaw sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- You can add shredded carrots or bell peppers for extra color and crunch.
- Use a food processor to quickly shred the cabbage and cucumber.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste; add more salt or pepper if needed.
This buttermilk cole slaw with garlic and onion is quick and easy to prepare yet delivers a delicious and memorable flavor. Perfect for a variety of occasions, this slaw is sure to become a favorite addition to your recipe collection. Enjoy it as a side dish or even as a topping for sandwiches and burgers.