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Coleslaw with Jalapeños

Zesty Coleslaw with Jalapeños for a Flavorful Kick

This coleslaw with jalapeños brings a spicy twist to a classic dish, perfect for any summer gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Slaw
  • 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup red onion, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1-2 pieces jalapeños, minced adjust for spice tolerance
  • 1/2 cup green onions, thinly sliced
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar substitute with white vinegar or lemon juice if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar honey can be used as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1 pinch ground cumin adjust to taste
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 pinch black pepper adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, thinly slice about 4 cups of green cabbage, ensuring the pieces are uniform for even mixing. Add 1 cup of rinsed and drained red onion and 1 cup of shredded carrots. Incorporate 1-2 minced jalapeños, adjusting to your spice preference, plus 1/2 cup of thinly sliced green onions; toss gently to combine.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of spicy brown mustard, and 3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar until smooth. Stir in 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of celery salt, and a pinch each of ground cumin, cayenne, and black pepper for a flavor boost.
  3. Pour about 1/4 cup of the creamy dressing over the slaw mixture, gently tossing everything together until evenly coated.
  4. To enhance flavors, cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 1 hour.
  5. Before serving, give the coleslaw a final gentle stir. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Transfer to a serving bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Feel free to customize by adding ingredients like diced apples or nuts. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days in the fridge.

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