Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw

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serves 8
Tossed with an incredible Apple Cider Vinaigrette, this tangy slaw is light, crunchy, refreshing, and serves perfectly as a side dish or even an appetizer.
Ingredients
FOR THE SALAD

• 1 small head red cabbage , shredded
• 4 large carrots , shredded
• 4 green onions , thinly sliced (can substitute thinly sliced leeks)

FOR THE APPLE CIDER VINAIGRETTE

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 garlic clove , minced
• 1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1/4 cup Unfiltered Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey , as needed for sweetness
• 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for flavor, optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder , or to taste
• salt and pepper , to taste
• chopped fresh parsley , for garnish

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Preparation

• Place shredded cabbage, carrots and green onions (or leeks) in a large salad bowl. Set aside.
• In a mixing bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, garlic, oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, honey, vanilla, chili powder, salt and pepper; whisk until well combined.
• Pour dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to combine.
• Taste for seasonings and adjust accordingly.
• Place in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
• Remove from fridge and garnish with chopped parsley.
• Serve.

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