As close to “classic” coleslaw as any of the slaws here, this is especially good with sandwich meals and veggie burgers. See the super-easy menu below. It’s a quick and nourishing meal you can make even if dinnertime finds you exhausted.

　　

Ingredients

8 servings

　　One 16-ounce bag shredded coleslaw cabbage

　　1 medium green or red bell pepper, sliced into short, thin strips

　　3/4 cup natural low-fat ranch dressing

　　2 tablespoons white balsamic or white wine vinegar

　　Freshly ground pepper to taste

　　

Step 1

Combine all of the ingredients in a serving bowl and mix thoroughly. Cover and let stand for 15 to 30 minutes before serving, stir again, and serve.

　　

Menu

Step 2

Veggie burgers on whole grain buns with your favorite fixings

　　

Step 3

Corn Slaw (page 34), or

　　

Step 4

Creamy Coleslaw (this page), or

　　

Step 5

Cranberry Slaw (page 37)

　　

Step 6

Microwaved potatoes or sweet potatoes

　　

nutrition information

Step 7

Calories: 53

　　

Step 8

Total Fat: 5g

　　

Step 9

Protein: 0g

　　

Step 10

Carbohydrate: 10g

　　

Step 11

Cholesterol: 0mg

　　

Step 12

Sodium: 208mg

　　The Vegetarian 5-Ingredient Gourmet