Tangy Vegetable Slaw 🥗
Description: This Tangy Vegetable Slaw recipe is a quick and refreshing option perfect for lunch or snacks. With a zesty lime dressing and a crunchy mix of colorful vegetables, it’s a delightful dish that’s both vegan and free of gluten. Plus, it requires no cooking, making it ideal for those busy days when you need something delicious in a flash!
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1 | fresh lime juice |
| 1 | sugar |
| 1 | carrot |
| 3/4 | zucchini |
| 3/4 | jicama |
| 1/4 | radish |
| 1/4 | chili oil |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dressing:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, sugar, and chili oil until the sugar is completely dissolved. This tangy dressing will be the perfect complement to the crisp vegetables.
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Mix the Vegetables:
- In a separate large salad bowl, combine the shredded carrot, thinly sliced zucchini, julienned jicama, and finely sliced radish. The vibrant colors of these vegetables will make your slaw as visually appealing as it is tasty.
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Toss with Dressing:
- Pour the prepared lime dressing over the mixed vegetables. Using salad tongs or clean hands, gently toss the vegetables until they are evenly coated with the tangy dressing. Ensure all the veggies get a good soak in the flavorful mixture.
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Season to Taste:
- Taste the slaw and season with salt and pepper according to your preference. The seasoning will enhance the flavors of the vegetables and the tangy dressing, so don’t skip this step!
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Chill and Serve:
- Cover the salad bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and chill the slaw in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together and intensify, resulting in a more delicious slaw experience.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once chilled, serve your Tangy Vegetable Slaw as a refreshing side dish or a light meal on its own. It’s perfect for picnics, barbecues, or any occasion where you want to impress with a vibrant and flavorful dish.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 21.4
- Fat Content: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 19.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 5.1g
- Fiber Content: 1.4g
- Sugar Content: 2.8g
- Protein Content: 0.6g
With its bright colors, crisp textures, and zesty flavors, this Tangy Vegetable Slaw is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Quick, easy, and bursting with goodness, it’s a dish that celebrates the beauty of fresh produce in every bite!
