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Freezer Slaw

Kimberly Killebrew
The perfect make-ahead dish, put it in freezer bags and freeze them for up to 3 months, then grab and thaw and serve!  Cool, crisp, flavorful and refreshing, it's sure to be a hit!
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5 from 40 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 272 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 pounds shredded green cabbage
  • 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 large carrots, shredded
  • 1 cup finely diced onion
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt
  • For the Dressing:
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 1/2 cup cane sugar, see note (can substitute the equivalent alternative sweetener)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Place all the veggies in a large bowl and toss.  Sprinkle the salt over them and let them sit for at least one hour to draw out the water.  Rinse and drain the veggies.
  • To make the dressing, place all the dressing ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.  Boil for 2 minutes.  Let cool just slightly, a couple of minutes.  
  • Place the veggies in a large bowl and pour the hot dressing over them.  Stir to combine.  Let the slaw cool completely then spoon into a freezer bag with most of the liquid.  Lay the freezer bag flat in the freezer.  Will keep up to 3 months.  To use, remove the bag, thaw, and place in a bowl to serve.

Notes

*A good amount of sugar is needed to counter the acidity of the vinegar.  Keep in mind that much of the sugar won't be eaten, it will be left in the liquid at the bottom of the bowl.  However, feel free to reduce the sugar as your taste permits.

Nutrition

Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 2g
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