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Coleslaw

 
Coleslaw
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Other Names:cole slaw, cabbage salad, cabbage slaw

What is Coleslaw?

A salad made of shredded cabbage with a simple mayonnaise dressing. Sometimes other ingredient's are added such as raisins, pineapple, shredded carrots. Cole slaw is a common deli side dish. Premade versions are available in grocery stores as well.

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Equivalents

1 quart cole slaw = 7 to 8 servings
6 cups cabbage slaw = 1 pound

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About The Name

The name coleslaw comes from the Dutch name "koosla" a combination of the words  kool which means cabbage and sla which means salad.

Basic Coleslaw Recipe

4 cups shredded cabbage (green, red, or combination)
1 1/2 cups shredded carrots
1/2 cup raisins
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, toss to mix.  Refrigerate at least an hour before serving.

Nutrition Information For Coleslaw

Serving Size
1 tbsp
 
Calories
6
Calories from Fat
0
 
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Cholesterol 1mg
0%
Sodium 2mg
0%
Potassium
14g
0%
Total Carbohydrate 1g
0%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Sugars 0g
Protein 0g
0%
 
Vitamin A  0% • Vitamin C  0%
Calcium  0% • Iron  0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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