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Shotgun Red’s Sweet Creamy Coleslaw

Sweet Creamy Coleslaw Recipe

If you’re looking for the best homemade coleslaw recipe, then you need to try Shotgun Red’s, Sweet Creamy Coleslaw! This recipe is a perfect side dish for summertime gatherings, tailgate parties, or any occasion, and it’s easy to make. Steve’s delicious famous coleslaw recipe is loaded with sweet cherry tomatoes and a creamy dressing and is way better than KFC coleslaw!

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 3 1/2 cups Cabbage (chopped thin)
  • (or pre-packaged coleslaw mix)
  • 1 Carrot (thinly sliced)
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (cut in half)
  • Coleslaw Dressing:
  • 2 cups Mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Sweet Vidalia Onions (finely diced)
  • 1 Tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • Pinch of Salt
  • 1 Tsp. Pepper (or more to taste)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, add cabbage, carrots, and cherry tomatoes, then set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl, add mayonnaise, onions, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper, and whisk together until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the coleslaw dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss together until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for an hour or more, then serve!

Notes

We like to let it chill for about 24 hours. It’s amazing the next day!