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Firecracker Coleslaw

Firecracker Coleslaw – A Zesty Twist for Summer BBQs

Firecracker Coleslaw is a refreshing, mayo-free salad bursting with crisp vegetables and flavors, perfect for summer BBQs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups green cabbage thinly sliced
  • 2 cups red cabbage thinly sliced
  • 1 cup carrots julienned
  • 1 cup bell peppers chopped, any color
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup for vegan
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and thinly slice 2 cups each of green and red cabbage. Julienne 1 cup of carrots and chop 1 cup of bell peppers. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together ¼ cup apple cider vinegar, ¼ cup olive oil, and 1-2 tablespoons honey. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the vegetables in the large bowl and toss everything together until evenly coated.
  4. Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes at room temperature or chill in the refrigerator for up to 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, allow coleslaw to refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving. For added crunch, incorporate nuts just before serving.

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