Classic slaws usually aren’t much to get excited about. Between their homely appearance and goopy consistency, they tend to resemble Spackle. But that’s not the case here.
This slaw is a feast for the eyes and palate. If Pixar ever created a recipe, this just might be it. Between the carrots, cranberries, apples and mint, there’s enough visual zing to get Peter Max excited. Plus, apples have a load of health-promoting properties, aiding brain and stomach function.
Ingredients
| ¼ c. unsweetened dried cranberries | 1 Granny Smith apple, thinly sliced into 1/4-inch strips |
| ¼ c. very thinly sliced red onion | 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh mint |
| 3 Tbsp. freshly squeezed orange juice | ¼ tsp. sea salt |
| 1 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice | 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil |
| 8 oz. carrots, peeled and thinly sliced into 1/4-inch strips |
1 Tbsp. slivered almonds, toasted |
Preparation
1. Put the cranberries, onion, the lemon juice and one tablespoon of the orange juice in a small bowl and stir to combine. Let sit for a few minutes to allow the juices to penetrate the cranberries and onion.
2. Put the carrots, apple, mint, salt, cranberry mixture, salt and remaining two tablespoons of orange juice in a large bowl and toss gently to combine. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss again. Scatter the almonds over the top.
Variations: Add 1/3 cup fresh or frozen shelled edamame, spritzed with lemon juice and a pinch of sea salt, or add one cup of finely shredded cabbage. Substitute scallion for the red onion.
Serves 4.
Who knew? The color of foods can be a key to their health benefits. Generally, the richer the color of a food, the more phytochemicals and antioxidants it contains.
One study took the color wheel a step further. Dutch researchers discovered that people who ate the deepest yellow and orange fruits and vegetables (notably carrots) had the lowest risk of developing cardiovascular disease. (In case you wonder, the other colors studied were green, white, and red or purple).
Nutritional Information: Calories: 130; Fat: 8g; Sodium: 142mg; Total Carbohydrates: 14.5g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Protein: 1.5g.
Try out Rebecca’s recipe for Flat-out Good Chicken, a healthy and delicious recipe for which this slaw is the perfect accompaniment.
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