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Winter Slaw with Pecans and Maple Dressing

This fresh and festive winter slaw combines crisp vegetables with a sweet maple Dijon dressing and crunchy toasted pecans—a delicious side for the colder seasons.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 146 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl Large

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • ¼ head Red cabbage
  • ¼ head White cabbage
  • 1 Red bell pepper
  • 2 Scallions or spring onions
  • 2 Carrots julienned
  • cup Pecans toasted
  • 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Pinch Salt and pepper

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Thinly slice the red and white cabbage and place in a large mixing bowl.
  • Julienne the red bell pepper and carrots, slice scallions, and add to the bowl with the cabbage.
  • Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5–7 minutes. Cool and chop roughly.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard.
  • Pour dressing over the slaw mixture and toss until evenly coated.
  • Let the slaw sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Letting the slaw sit longer enhances the flavors even more. Tastes great the next day!