Merridee’s Swedish Coleslaw

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 4

Merridee's Swedish Coleslaw - A Sweet and Tangy Cabbage Salad

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

20g

Fat

Merridee's Swedish coleslaw is a refreshing and flavorful cabbage salad that is popular in Sweden. The salad is unique in that it has a sweet and tangy flavor that comes from a mixture of sugar, cider vinegar, and celery seed. The salad is easy to make, and it is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a side dish with your favorite sandwich or burger.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, mix the shredded cabbage and chopped onion.
2.	In a separate bowl, dissolve 4 teaspoons of salt in 2 cups of water. Pour the salt water over the cabbage and onion mixture.
3.	Let the mixture sit for an hour, then rinse it thoroughly and drain off excess water.
4.	In another bowl, mix the sugar, 1/2 cup water, cider vinegar, and celery seed. Stir until the sugar has dissolved.
5.	Pour the mixture over the cabbage and onion and mix well.
6.	Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.

PROS

Merridee’s Swedish coleslaw has a unique sweet and tangy flavor that makes it a perfect side dish for any meal.
The recipe is simple and quick to make, requiring only a handful of ingredients.
The salad is low in calories and fat, making it a healthy addition to your diet.

CONS

The salad contains a moderate amount of sugar, which may be a concern if you are watching your sugar intake.
Some people may find the celery seed flavor too strong, but you can adjust the amount to your liking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin K. The cabbage in the salad has anti-inflammatory properties and is known to support digestive health. Celery seed has also been linked to reducing inflammation and lowering blood pressure.

	1 quart cabbage ( shredded )
	1 medium onion ( chopped fine ) ( optional )
	2 cups water
	4 teaspoons salt
	1 cup sugar
	1/2 cup water
	1/2 cup cider vinegar
	1 teaspoon celery seed