Simple Healthy Coleslaw

This simple healthy coleslaw is mayo-free, vegetarian and low in calories. It’s quick and easy to make and has a fresh taste the whole family will enjoy!

Simple Healthy Coleslaw
Simple Healthy Coleslaw

 

Simple Healthy Coleslaw

 

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1½ tsp spicy brown mustard

1½ tsp honey

1½ tsp celery salt

Salt and pepper to taste

2 tbsp slivered almonds (optional)

1 jalapeno pepper, minced

1 green onion, thinly sliced

1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced

1 cup green cabbage, thinly sliced

⅓ cup grated carrots

 

In a small bowl, combine oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, celery salt, salt, pepper, almonds, jalapeno pepper and green onion.  Set aside

Place red cabbage, green cabbage and carrots in a medium-size mixing bowl.  Drizzle oil mixture over the top of the vegetables and toss to coat.

Serve immediately.

3 servings, 124 calories per serving

Hack:  Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Hack:  Ask the produce clerk to cut a head of cabbage into wedges so you’ll only have to buy what you need.  They’ll wrap the leftover pieces and put it back on the shelf for sale.

Hack:  Check the produce department for loose carrots so you don’t have to buy an entire bag.  If you don’t see them, ask a clerk if they’re available.

Hack:  Shop the salad bar if you just need a small amount of an item that you don’t think you’ll use again before it “goes over”.

Hack:  Chop leftover green onions and freeze in a sealable freezer bag or container for future use. While they won’t retain the crispness that would make them suitable for salads or garnish, they will be fine for cooking.

Hack:  For an interesting change of pace, try this colorful and creamy broccoli coleslaw as well!


Hack: 
If you have leftover cabbage, check out my recipes for Chinese Chicken Cabbage Soup, Oven Braised Pork Roast with Red Cabbage and LeekRoasted Red Cabbage with ShrimpAndouille Sausage with Cabbage or Homemade Chinese Dumplings!

Colorful And Creamy Broccoli Coleslaw

Creamy broccoli coleslaw is a tasty and colorful twist on a summer classic! Serve it with grilled ribs, bbq chicken, sandwiches or all by itself!

Creamy Broccoli Coleslaw

Creamy Broccoli Coleslaw

Course Salad, Side Dish
Servings 2
Calories 257 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup red cabbage, shredded (about ⅛ head)
  • 1 cup broccoli florets, cut into small stalks
  • ½ cup raisins
  • ¼ cup matchstick carrots
  • ½ cup coleslaw dressing

Instructions
 

  • Toss all ingredients in a small bowl. Serve immediately.
  • Hack: Cabbage, broccoli and carrot mixture can be made ahead and stored in a tightly sealed bag or container for up to 5 days. Add raisins and dressing when ready to serve.
  • Hack: Check the produce department of your local grocery store for pre-cut broccoli florets to avoid having to buy an entire head. You may also be able to find them in the salad bar.
  • Hack: Ask the produce clerk to cut a head of cabbage into wedges so you’ll only have to buy what you need. They’ll wrap the leftover pieces and put it back on the shelf for sale.
  • Hack: Matchstick carrots can be found in the packaged section of the produce department or on the salad bar. Freeze any leftover carrots for use in cooking.
Keyword barbecue sides, broccoli, cold side dish, cole slaw, cole slaw dressing, coleslaw, coleslaw dressing, picnic food, raisins, red cabbage, salad, vegetable side dish

Did you know?  Cabbage is part of the cruciferous collection of vegetables that are associated with lowering the risk of some types of cancer.

Suggestion: This dish pairs perfectly with Slow Cooker Barbecue Pulled Pork!

Suggestion: Use any leftover cabbage to make this roasted red cabbage and shrimp recipe or Oven Braised Pork Roast with Red Cabbage and Leek!

Brussels Sprout Caesar Salad

Thinly sliced Brussels sprouts have a distinctive flavor and hardy structure that stands out when paired with Caesar dressing in Brussels Sprout Caesar Salad!

Brussels Sprout Caesar Salad

Brussels Sprout Caesar Salad

Course Salad
Servings 1
Calories 365 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Heat saute pan over medium-high heat for about 1 minute.
  • Add olive oil and Brussels sprouts. Cook, stirring occasionally for 7-9 minutes until lightly browned.
  • Pour dressing over warm sprouts and toss to combine. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and croutons.  Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve warm.
  • Hack:  Check the produce department for loose Brussels sprouts.  If you don’t see them, ask a clerk if they’re available.  
Keyword Brussels sprouts, Caesar salad, low calorie, vegetable side dish

Did you know?  Brussels sprouts are part of the cruciferous collection of vegetables which are associated with lowering the risk of some types of cancer.

Suggestion:  Pair this with French dip casserole for a hearty and delicious meal!

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