Fiesta Slaw

Fiesta Slaw

This citrus-based version combines the natural sweetness of orange juice, mango and apple with the heat of jalapeño pepper to help bring out the natural flavors of the veggies.

CAL/SERV :

45

PREP TIME :

N/A

YIELDS :

10 SERVINGS

COOK TIME:

N/A

INGREDIENTS
  • 1 orange, juice yields only
  • 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
  • 1/2 mango, diced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 1 large green bell pepper, cut into thin
  • 1 large yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 1/2 apple, cut into thin strips
  • 1/3 cup (packed) fresh cilantro leaves, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS
  1. Purée first 3 ingredients in blender or food processor until dressing is smooth.
  2. Place peppers, jalapeño, mango, apple and cilantro in large bowl. Add dressing and toss to mix and coat well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Cover and refrigerate until vegetables soften a little but remain crunchy, about 4 hours. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition (per serving):

45 calories, 2 g total fat (0 g saturated fat), 8 g carbohydrate,
1 g protein, 2 g dietary fiber, 2 mg sodium.

 Courtesy of American Institute for Cancer Research