Sweet & Spicy Pickle Slaw
This Sweet & Spicy Pickle Slaw delivers the perfect balance of crunch, sweetness, and heat. Made with crisp cabbage, carrots, tangy dill pickles, and a creamy Sriracha-honey dressing, it’s a vibrant and flavorful side dish perfect for barbecues, family dinners, and casual weeknight meals.
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- small mixing bowl
- Whisk
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, grated
- 1/2 cup dill pickles, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Sriracha sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Shred the green cabbage and grate the carrots. Combine in a large mixing bowl with chopped dill pickles and thinly sliced red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Toss once more before serving and drizzle with extra dressing if desired.
Notes
Taste the dressing before mixing to adjust sweetness or heat. Let the slaw chill for at least 30–60 minutes for best flavor. Add jalapeños for extra heat or fresh dill and cilantro for an aromatic twist. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and toss before serving.