Side Dish: United States – Buttermilk-Dill Green Tomato Slaw with Celery Seed

Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 15 min

Cook 0 min

Additional 20 min

Total 35 min

Ingredients

4 cups thinly sliced green cabbage
2 firm green tomatoes, cored and cut into thin matchsticks
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
1 / 4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1 / 2 cup (120 ml) buttermilk
1 / 4 cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
1 tbsp (15 ml) apple cider vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp granulated sugar
1 / 2 tsp celery seed
1 tsp kosher salt, divided
1 / 4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Place the cabbage in a large bowl and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Massage for 30 seconds, then let stand 10 minutes to release excess moisture. Drain off any liquid and blot lightly with paper towels.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, celery seed, remaining 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Add the cabbage, green tomatoes, scallions, dill, and jalapeño (if using) to the dressing. Toss until evenly coated.
Refrigerate for 10–20 minutes to chill and meld flavors. Toss again, taste, and adjust seasoning before serving alongside the fried catfish.