Zesty Creole Crunch Coleslaw
Bring a taste of the South to your table with this Zesty Creole Crunch Coleslaw! This vibrant and flavorful dish combines crispy cabbage, crunchy celery, and bright tomatoes, all bathed in a creamy, tangy dressing infused with the bold flavors of Creole mustard, fresh parsley, and a hint of heat from hot pepper sauce. Perfect as a side dish for summer barbecues or as a refreshing complement to spicy dishes, this coleslaw will delight your taste buds and impress your guests. Chill it ahead of time for the best flavor!
8
Servings
60
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Low-fat mayonnaise
3/4 cup (none)
Minced Italian parsley
1/4 cup (chopped)
Cider vinegar
2 tablespoons (none)
Sugar
1 tablespoon (none)
Creole mustard or Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon (none)
Celery seed
1 teaspoon (none)
Hot pepper sauce
1/8-1/4 teaspoon (none)
Cabbage
1 head (quartered, cored, and thinly sliced)
Green onion
1/2 cup (thinly sliced)
Celery
1/2 cup (diced)
Tomatoes
1-2 (peeled, seeded, and diced)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the low-fat mayonnaise, minced Italian parsley, cider vinegar, sugar, Creole mustard, celery seeds, and hot pepper sauce. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
2
Add the thinly sliced cabbage, sliced green onion, diced celery, and diced tomatoes to the bowl. Gently toss to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
3
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the coleslaw for a minimum of 2 hours, or up to 6 hours. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
4
Before serving, give the coleslaw a good stir, taste, and adjust the seasonings if necessary, adding more hot pepper sauce for an extra kick if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy the refreshing crunch!
Nutrition Information
3.4g
Fat
5.6g
Carbs
0.8g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty Creole Crunch Coleslaw?
It is a vibrant and flavorful Southern-style dish combining crispy cabbage, crunchy celery, and bright tomatoes in a tangy Creole dressing.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 8 servings.
What are the calorie counts for this coleslaw?
Each serving contains 60 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There is 3.4g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving has 5.6g of carbohydrates.
How much protein does this dish provide?
It provides 0.8g of protein per serving.
What type of mustard is recommended?
Creole mustard is recommended, but Dijon mustard can be used as a substitute.
How long should the coleslaw be refrigerated?
It should be refrigerated for a minimum of 2 hours, or up to 6 hours.
Why must the coleslaw be chilled?
Chilling allows the flavors to meld beautifully before serving.
What type of mayonnaise should I use?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of low-fat mayonnaise.
What kind of vinegar is used in the dressing?
The dressing uses 2 tablespoons of cider vinegar.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe contains 1 tablespoon of sugar.
How should the cabbage be prepared?
The cabbage should be quartered, cored, and thinly sliced.
What is the suggested preparation for the tomatoes?
The tomatoes should be peeled, seeded, and diced.
Does this recipe use celery seed?
Yes, it uses 1 teaspoon of celery seed.
How much hot pepper sauce should I add?
You should use 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon of hot pepper sauce.
Can I make the coleslaw spicier?
Yes, you can adjust the seasonings before serving by adding more hot pepper sauce for an extra kick.
What type of parsley is used?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of minced Italian parsley.
How should the green onions be sliced?
The green onions should be thinly sliced.
Is this recipe suitable for summer barbecues?
Yes, it is described as perfect for summer barbecues.
What are the main vegetables in this coleslaw?
The main vegetables are cabbage, green onion, celery, and tomatoes.
What is the first step in making the dressing?
In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, parsley, vinegar, sugar, mustard, celery seeds, and hot sauce until smooth.
Should the vegetables be tossed or stirred into the dressing?
The vegetables should be gently tossed to ensure they are evenly coated.
What is the category of this recipe?
It is categorized as a Vegetable dish.
Does the recipe include fiber or cholesterol data?
No, fiber, sugar, sodium, and cholesterol values are not provided.
How much celery is required?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of diced celery.
Is the dressing creamy or oil-based?
The dressing is creamy, as it is based on low-fat mayonnaise.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients in total.
Can this be served immediately?
It is best to chill it for at least 2 hours first to allow the flavors to develop.
What is the final step before serving?
Give the coleslaw a good stir and adjust the seasonings if necessary.