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Snappy Cole Slaw

Snappy Cole Slaw

42 Ratings
42 Ratings
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Snappy Cole Slaw in a bowl
Makes: 4 servings
Total Cost: $$$$

Make this coleslaw in a snap. This tasty coleslaw can be doubled easily and made a day in advance to let the flavors blend.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cabbage (shredded)
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Wash and shred the cabbage with a knife or grater. Put in a mixing bowl.
  3. Bring the vinegar and water to a boil in the saucepan. Remove from heat and add other ingredients except cabbage to the saucepan.
  4. Continue to cook this mixture in the saucepan until the sugar is dissolved and hot, then pour over the shredded cabbage.
  5. Toss. Refrigerate until chilled to blend flavors.

Notes

Refrigeration is needed before serving.



Learn more about:

Source:

Eating Right Is Basic
Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service
Nutrition Education Program

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 3/4 cup coleslaw, 1/4 of recipe (72g)
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 37
Total Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 15 mg
Carbohydrates 9 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 7 g
Added Sugars included 6 g
Protein 0 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 17 mg
Iron 0 mg
Potassium 73 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 37
Total Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Linoleic Acid 0 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 0 mg
Cholesterol 0 mg
Carbohydrates 9 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 7 g
Added Sugars included 6 g
Protein 0 g
Minerals
Calcium 17 mg
Potassium 73 mg
Sodium 15 mg
Copper 12 mcg
Iron 0 mg
Magnesium 6 mg
Phosphorus 11 mg
Selenium 0 mcg
Zinc 0 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 2 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.1 mg
Vitamin B12 0 mg
Vitamin C 13 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 0 mg
Vitamin K 27 mcg
Folate 15 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0 mg
Riboflavin 0 mg
Niacin 0 mg
Choline 4 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 1/2 cups

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This recipe had an enjoyable sweet and sour flavor. I added one small chopped apple to the recipe for added color and crunch. (This review is based on my trying this recipe in preparation for sharing it with others.)
08/30/07
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