Light and Easy Coleslaw

Ingredients

For the slaw:

• Small head of cabbage shredded (about 1 lb or 6 cups) 
  • Choose purple cabbage for a colorful twist
• 2 cups shredded carrot
• ½ cup scallions or red onion finely diced
• Optional for crunch:
  
  • ½ cup toasted almonds sliced or chopped
  • ¼ cup roasted sunflower seeds
• Optional for spicy-fresh flare:
  
  • 1 Jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
  • ¼- ¾ cup finely chopped cilantro

(Can substitute slaw mix in a pinch)

For the dressing:

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2-3 Tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1-2 Tbsp maple syrup or honey
• 1 clove minced garlic
• ½ tsp salt or salt to taste
• Dash of pepper
• Optional for spice:
  • Up to ¼ tsp cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Combine all slaw ingredients, except for nuts/seeds, in a large bowl.
2. Combine all dressing ingredients in a small bowl and whisk to combine.
3. Pour dressing onto slaw mix and toss well until fully combined.
4. Place in fridge for at least 1 hr to allow flavors to combine.
5. Prior to serving, add nuts/seeds as desired and toss.
6. Serve as a side, on tacos, with pulled pork or chicken, or even on sandwiches. 

Nutrition

Serves 16. Serving size about 1/2 cup.

Nutrition Facts (without optional ingredients): 38 calories, 1.5 g total fat, 89 mg sodium, 99 mg potassium, 6 g total carbohydrate, 1 g fiber