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Creamy and crunchy this deliciously easy coleslaw works well as a main or side dish, or even loaded into sandwiches or burgers. Make it well in advance for a no-hassle, delicious picnic salad.
Chop cabbage into thin slices and shred carrots. Place them in a big salad bowl. I find using a mandoline is best for this task.
Chop the green part of a shallot. You can also use fresh chives
Chop walnuts into small pieces.
Bring all the ingredients to the salad bowl.
Toss veggies with vinegar and mayonnaise.
Add some quality sea salt and ground pepper to taste.
Seeds and Nuts: Sunflower seeds work as well as pumpkin, and you can switch walnuts for any nut such as almonds, cashews, pistachios, or even peanuts. Just make sure they are unslated.
Lighter Dressing: If you want a lighter option, use plain Greek yogurt or sour cream instead of mayonnaise. A small drizzle of honey or maple syrup can offset the tanginess.
Vinegar: You can use apple cider vinegar or lemon juice for that quintessential coleslaw tang.
Add-ins for Extra Crunch and Flavor:
Apple or Pear Slices: Thinly sliced apples or pears can introduce a sweet, crisp element and extra crunch.
Raisins or Dried Cranberries: For a bit of sweetness and chew, toss in some raisins or dried cranberries. They pair wonderfully with the nuts and seeds.
Ingredients
Directions
Chop cabbage into thin slices and shred carrots. Place them in a big salad bowl. I find using a mandoline is best for this task.
Chop the green part of a shallot. You can also use fresh chives
Chop walnuts into small pieces.
Bring all the ingredients to the salad bowl.
Toss veggies with vinegar and mayonnaise.
Add some quality sea salt and ground pepper to taste.
Seeds and Nuts: Sunflower seeds work as well as pumpkin, and you can switch walnuts for any nut such as almonds, cashews, pistachios, or even peanuts. Just make sure they are unslated.
Lighter Dressing: If you want a lighter option, use plain Greek yogurt or sour cream instead of mayonnaise. A small drizzle of honey or maple syrup can offset the tanginess.
Vinegar: You can use apple cider vinegar or lemon juice for that quintessential coleslaw tang.
Add-ins for Extra Crunch and Flavor:
Apple or Pear Slices: Thinly sliced apples or pears can introduce a sweet, crisp element and extra crunch.
Raisins or Dried Cranberries: For a bit of sweetness and chew, toss in some raisins or dried cranberries. They pair wonderfully with the nuts and seeds.