Summer Garden Slaw

A colorful version of Renee's favorite spicy slaw, a great accompaniment for barbecued main dishes.

Dressing:

  • 1/2 jalapeno chile, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 T white wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 T chopped fresh oregano
  • 4 T olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Generous pinch cayenne pepper

Slaw:

  • 2 bell peppers, seeded and cut into thin strips, (use several colors, if possible)
  • 1 Anaheim or other mild chile, cut into very thin strips
  • 1 small red onion, cut in half, then into very fine strips
  • 2 carrots, cut into very thin sticks, about as long as the pepper strips
  • 1/2 head cabbage, finely cut or coarsely shredded

Optional Garnish:

  • 2 T chopped cilantro

 

Combine and shake together all dressing ingredients. Combine the vegetables in a salad bowl and toss with the dressing. Let marinate at least 1/2 hour before serving. Garnish with chopped cilantro just before serving.

Serves 4-6

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