Coleslaw

usgb/ˈkəʊlslɔː/
noun

A salad made from shredded raw cabbage and sometimes carrots, mixed with mayonnaise.

Every burger joint in town offers fries and coleslaw as sides.
Visual representation of "coleslaw" - A salad made from shredded raw cabbage and sometimes carrots, mixed with mayonnaise.

Often appears as...

  • serve with coleslaw
  • homemade coleslaw
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Casual Side Dish

Coleslaw is a casual, informal side dish often served at barbecues, picnics, and fast-food restaurants.

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At the family picnic, everyone helped themselves to the coleslaw.
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Cultural Dish

Coleslaw is common in American and Canadian cuisine but might be less familiar in other cultures.

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When hosting international guests, serve coleslaw to introduce them to American-style sides.
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Variation in Ingredients

While coleslaw traditionally includes cabbage and mayonnaise, ingredients can vary, including yogurt or vinaigrette.

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I prefer a healthier coleslaw with yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
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