Healthy: Apple Cider Slaw

I know the last recipe posted was another cole slaw recipe but what can I say, I like a good slaw. It's a nice way to get vegetables on the plate with some good flavors and some crunch without eating another pile of raw vegetables. It works well as a side dish or mixed in with a protein or a sandwich. They can range from heavy and sweet to acidic and light. Overall, I find slaws don't get the love they should.

Today's slaw recipe is another recipe on the healthy side without the use of mayo or copious amounts of sugar. It's a light recipe that pairs well with summer dishes. It clocks in at approximately 100 calories per serving but you may find my rendition is a little too acidic for your preferences. If so, feel free to add more sugar. The original recipe that this came from used 1/3 cup of sugar and quotes 130 calories per serving but I like it with a little less sugar. This recipe is best consumed fresh as the apple will lose some of its crispness over time but you can prepare this slaw and eat it over the next few days.

Healthy Apple Cider Slaw

Servings: 16
Prep time: 30 minutes
Cook time: None

Equipment:

• Knife and cutting board
• Measuring spoons and cups
• Grater 
• Large mixing bowl and large spoon
• Small mixing bowl
• Whisk

Ingredients:

• 1 medium head of cabbage (or 1/2 head each of red and green cabbage)
• 2 apples
• 2 large cucumbers
• 1 medium onion
• 1 15 1/4 oz. can of whole kernel corn
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper

Directions:

1. Chop onion, cucumbers and apples.
2. Shred cabbage, leaving behind the stem.
3. Whisk together olive oil, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper in small mixing bowl.
4. Mix cabbage, apples, cucumbers, onion and corn in large mixing bowl. Drizzle sauce into large mixing bowl and mix thoroughly. If you find the recipe too acidic then add more sugar. If you find the recipe too dry then add more olive oil (up to another 1/6 cup).