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Spicy Pepper Slaw

In addition to making a great side, this slaw is wonderful piled on top of a chicken sandwich or burger. Jalapenos give it just the right kick.

—CHERYL MC CLEARY KANSAS CITY, KS

PREP: 20 MIN. + CHILLING MAKES: 8 SERVINGS

3 cups shredded cabbage

2 celery ribs, chopped

1 medium green pepper, julienned

1 cup cut fresh green beans (1-inch pieces)

1 cup cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)

1 bunch green onions, chopped

1 banana pepper, seeded and chopped

2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped

2 serrano peppers, seeded and chopped

1/2 cup cider vinegar

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme

1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill

1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon pepper

In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients; pour over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

NOTE Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

PER SERVING 1 cup equals 76 cal., 5 g fat (1 g sat. fat), 0 chol., 314 mg sodium, 6 g carb., 3 g fiber, 2 g pro. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat.