Boxing Day Coleslaw
Fresh crunch to go with all those cold meats.
After a day of rich food, something fresh and crunchy is exactly what you want. This coleslaw uses up Christmas veg and goes with every cold meat on the table.
Serves 6 · Prep 10 mins · Leftovers
Ingredients
- ¼ each red and white cabbage
- 2 carrots
- 1 apple
- 1 small red onion
- 4 tbsp Cotswold Gold Original Mayonnaise
- half a lemon
- salt
Method
- Shred the cabbages, thinly slice the red onion and grate the carrots and apple.
- Stir through the mayo and a squeeze of lemon.
- Season with salt and serve.
Charlie's cheat
It uses up Christmas veg, and the fresh crunch is exactly what cold meats and leftovers need.
Make it special
Stir in a spoonful of Lucy's Honey & Mustard Dressing and finish with toasted seeds and chopped parsley.
Why it works
Apple and lemon keep it fresh and sharp, and a good mayo coats everything without drowning it.
Your questions answered
How long does homemade coleslaw keep?
Up to 2 days in the fridge, though it's crunchiest on the day it's made.
Can I make coleslaw ahead?
Shred the veg the day before and keep it chilled. Stir in the mayo and lemon just before serving.
Made with Original Mayo.
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