Copycat Chick fil A Coleslaw

Name: Copycat Chick fil A Coleslaw
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 head green cabbage, finely chopped; 1/4 cup carrots, finely shredded; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup buttermilk

A creamy and tangy coleslaw that tastes just like the classic version from the restaurant.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· July 19, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

0 minutes

Total

1 hour 15 minutes

Serves

Many people were sad when this coleslaw disappeared from the menu, but you can easily make it at home with just a few simple pantry staples. It has that signature crunch and sweet dressing that makes it the perfect side dish for any picnic or burger night.

For the best results, make sure you chop the cabbage and carrots into very small, uniform pieces. Giving the slaw an hour to chill in the fridge before serving helps the flavors blend together beautifully.

🧺 Ingredients

1/2 head green cabbage, finely chopped
1/4 cup carrots, finely shredded
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup buttermilk

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Finely chop the green cabbage and shred the carrots into very small pieces to mimic the original texture.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, salt, pepper, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, mayonnaise, and buttermilk until smooth.
3
Add the chopped cabbage and carrots to the bowl.
4
Toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated in the dressing.
5
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to let the flavors marry.

💡 Tips

This coleslaw tastes best when it sits in the fridge for a few hours. Keep any leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days. If the salad gets a little watery after sitting, just give it a quick stir before you put it on the table.

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