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Rainbow Slaw

Cultural Context

Rainbow Slaw is a vibrant and colorful variation of traditional coleslaw, reflecting the diverse ingredients found in American cuisine. It often features a mix of crunchy vegetables, making it a refreshing side dish for barbecues and potlucks. This dish celebrates seasonal produce and is a favorite for its visual appeal and crunchy texture. Variations abound, with different dressings and additional ingredients like nuts or fruits being common in modern adaptations.

AmericanUSside
20 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
3 cups red cabbage
3 cups white cabbage
1 cup carrots
1 cup red bell pepper
0.5 cup green onions
2 cups mayonnaise
2 lemons (juice and zest)
black pepper

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

apple cider vinegar

🥗Healthier: white vinegar

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

White vinegar is often less expensive and provides acidity.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Sugar is a more cost-effective sweetener.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

1

Shred 3 cups each of red cabbage and white cabbage.

2

Cut 1 cup of carrots into chunks (grating is optional).

3

Dice 1 cup of red bell pepper and add to the mix.

4

Chop 0.5 cup of green onions finely.

5

In a bowl, combine 2 cups of mayonnaise, the juice of 2 lemons, and the zest of the lemons.

6

Add a generous amount of black pepper to the mayonnaise mixture.

7

Mix the dressing until smooth.

8

Pour the lemony peppery mayonnaise over the rainbow vegetables.

9

Toss everything together to combine.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchoppingshreddinggrating

Equipment Needed

bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

milksesame

Also Known As

ColeslawCabbage Salad

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