Begin by removing the outer leaves of the green cabbage, then slice it into quarters and shred it into thin strips using a sharp knife or a mandoline. Grate fresh carrots until you have a vibrant heap of orange goodness. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrots, chopped pickles—opting for your favorite variety—and thinly sliced red onion for a zesty kick.

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar until the mixture is smooth and well combined. The dressing should have a creamy consistency with a balanced sweet and spicy flavor. Taste it to ensure it meets your desired levels of heat and sweetness, adjusting as necessary to make your perfect Sweet & Spicy Pickle Slaw.

Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetable mixture, ensuring all components are well coated and combined. Using salad tongs or large utensils, gently toss everything together to achieve an even distribution of flavors.

Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or transfer the slaw to an airtight container to refrigerate. Allow it to chill in the fridge for at least one hour.

Once the slaw has chilled, give it a gentle toss before serving to redistribute the dressing that may have settled at the bottom. Present your Sweet & Spicy Pickle Slaw in a beautiful serving bowl, garnishing with freshly chopped herbs if desired.