July 10 - Zesty Vegetable Coleslaw
| Nutritional Analysis per Serving | |
|---|---|
| Glycemic Index | 29 |
| Glycemic Load | 3 |
| Calories | 45 |
| Protein | 1 1/2 grams |
| Animal Protein | 0 |
| Vegetable Protein | 1 1/2 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 10 grams |
| Dietary Fiber | 2 grams |
| Net Carbohydrate | 8 grams |
| Fat | 0 |
| Saturated Fat | 0 |
| Cholesterol | 0 |
| Sodium | 252 mg |
| Exchanges | 1 vegetable, 1/3 fruit |
Each month we will feature a recipe from The Complete Idiot's Guide to Terrific Diabetic Meals written by Lucy Beale, Barbara Forsberg and Joan Clark, MS, RD, CDE.
Zesty Vegetable Coleslaw
Prep Time: 15 minutes plus 1 hour refrigeration
Cook Time: none
Serves: 8
Serving Size: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 (16-oz.) pkg. coleslaw blend
- 2 cups small fresh broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 3/4 cup bottled nonfat Italian salad dressing
- 1/2 tsp. celery seed
- 1 (11-oz.) can mandarin orange segments, drained
In a large bowl, combine coleslaw blend, broccoli, and green onions. Stir gently to mix. In a small bowl, combine salad dressing and celery seed, blending well. Pour over coleslaw mixture and toss to coat. Add mandarin orange segments, tossing gently. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until ready to serve.
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This coleslaw recipe is truly easy to make and totally delicious. The orange segments add a sweet fruit flavor.
