Ina Garten Blue Cheese Coleslaw Recipe
If you love creamy, tangy salads, this Ina Garten Blue Cheese Coleslaw Recipe is perfect for you. It combines crisp cabbage, sweet carrots and rich blue cheese for a flavorful side.
Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
- Shred green cabbage, red cabbage and carrots. Place all shredded vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper until smooth.
Combine Dressing and Vegetables
- Pour dressing over shredded vegetables. Toss gently to coat everything evenly without breaking the vegetables.
Add Blue Cheese
- Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese over the salad. Fold carefully to distribute evenly without mashing.
Taste and Adjust
- Taste the coleslaw. Add more salt, pepper or vinegar if needed for perfect balance.
Chill Before Serving
- Cover the bowl and chill for at least 30 minutes to let flavors blend and vegetables crisp.
Serve Fresh
- Toss coleslaw again before serving. Serve cold as a side dish for meals or parties.
Notes
- Use fresh cabbage for crisp texture
- Shred vegetables finely for easier tossing
- Chill the salad before serving for better flavor
- Crumble blue cheese by hand for texture
- Adjust honey or vinegar for personal taste preference