Bacon Ranch Coleslaw
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This creamy Bacon Ranch Coleslaw is the perfect side dish on a hot summer day. Five simple ingredients is all you need to make this easy coleslaw.
If you want something different than traditional coleslaw then this recipe is it. What could be better than coleslaw with ranch dressing and bacon? What a perfect combination of flavors! And we all know that everything’s better with bacon.
This coleslaw is delicious served with these Air Fryer Hamburgers. I actually like to add the coleslaw to the hamburger for a great tasting slaw burger. So good!
Another great way to serve the coleslaw is with Slow Cooker Italian Beef. This makes a delicious sandwich on a French roll with Italian Beef and cheese topped with Bacon Ranch Coleslaw. It’s always a hit!
Recipe Tips
I cook the bacon extra crispy so I can just crumble it into perfect size pieces to add to the slaw.
You can use a combination of green and red cabbage for more vibrant color and variety.
It’s a really easy recipe to make your own. You can add in green onions, red bell peppers, raisins or celery.
If you prefer a little sweetness to your coleslaw use apple cider vinegar instead of white vinegar.
I suggest making this the night before or first thing the morning you plan to serve it. A longer chill time allows the flavors to soak into the vegetables.
Ingredients
- bag pre-shredded coleslaw mix – I get the package that has chopped cabbage and shredded carrots. If you prefer you can buy a head of green cabbage and chop it and get a bag of carrots and shred them.
- ranch dressing – You can buy your favorite brand of ranch dressing or make your own dressing.
- mayonnaise – I use full fat mayonnaise but you could use light instead.
- white vinegar – If you don’t have white vinegar on hand you can substitute apple cider vinegar instead.
- bacon – Cooked and crumbled.
How To Make Bacon Ranch Coleslaw
STEP 1: Place bacon in pan and cook over medium-low heat on stovetop until done. Once done remove from the pan and place bacon on a paper towel lined plate to dry and allow excess grease to drain. Let it cool then chop or crumble and set aside.
STEP 2: In a small bowl add ranch dressing, mayonnaise and white vinegar then stir to combine.
STEP 3: Place pre-shredded coleslaw mix in large bowl and add bacon.
STEP 4: Pour in dressing mixture and toss until it’s fully incorporated.
STEP 5: Place in refrigerator and chill until ready to serve.
More Side Dish Recipes
If you are looking for more side dish recipes here are a few of my favorites you might like to try.
- This Cajun Corn On The Cob is a delicious summer side dish.
- Make this healthy Oven Roasted Zucchini And Squash.
- These Easy Cheesy Potatoes are the perfect comfort food.
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Bacon Ranch Coleslaw
Ingredients
- 1 bag pre-shredded coleslaw mix (chopped cabbage and carrots)
- 5 stripes bacon, cooked and chopped
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 Tablespoon white vinegar
Instructions
- Place bacon in pan and cook over medium-low heat 8 to 10 minutes on stovetop until done. Once done remove from the pan and place bacon on a paper towel lined plate to dry and allow excess grease to drain. Let bacon cool then chop or crumble and set aside.
- In a small bowl add ranch dressing, mayonnaise and white vinegar. Stir to combine.
- Place pre-shredded coleslaw mix in large bowl and add bacon. Pour in dressing mixture and toss until it's fully incorporated.
- Place in refrigerator and chill until ready to serve.
