Cost/Serving: $0.37
Yield: [8 servings] / Serving Size = ¾ cup
Ingredients:
Directions:
Yield: [8 servings] / Serving Size = ¾ cup
Ingredients:
1 (16-ounce) bag shredded cabbage or broccoli coleslaw (or shredded fresh cabbage, about 4 cups)
2 cups of mixed vegetables and/or fruits, such as:
- chopped peppers, onions, or celery
- shredded or diced carrots
- frozen peas (thawed)
- pineapple chunks or mandarin oranges (drained)
- cantaloupe chunks, cherry tomatoes, or grapes (halved)
½ cup lowfat salad dressing
Nuts and/or raisins (optional)
Directions:
1. The cabbage should say it has been washed. If it does not, wash it first by putting it in a colander, spraying it with water, and letting it drain.
2. Add the other vegetables and/or fruits.
3. Stir in the dressing.
4. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Cover and refrigerate any leftovers.
If desired, top each serving with a few chopped nuts or raisins.
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- Total fat
- Trans fat
- Sodium
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