Best 5 Holiday Cauliflower Slaw Recipes
As the holidays approach, many people look for festive and delicious side dishes to complement their main courses. Cauliflower slaw is a popular choice, offering a crunchy and refreshing contrast to rich, hearty dishes like turkey or ham. With its versatility, cauliflower slaw can be customized to suit a variety of tastes and preferences, making it a perfect dish for any holiday gathering. From classic recipes featuring a simple mayonnaise-based dressing to more adventurous creations incorporating tangy vinaigrettes or nutty cheeses, there's a holiday cauliflower slaw recipe out there to satisfy every palate.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CAULIFLOWER SLAW
Photo by Lynne Calamia
Provided by Level Agency
Categories Sides & Salads
Time 1h25m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the pine nuts in a small fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold water. Toss with 1 teaspoon salt. Transfer the nuts to a small saute pan set over medium-low heat and toast for 7 to 10 miutes. Set aside to cool.
- Whisk the lime juice and the remaining 1 teaspoon salt together in a large mixing bowl. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking. Set aside.
- In a food processor fitted with the largest shredding disk, feed the florets through the tube until all the florets have been shredded. Transfer to the mixing bowl. Add the parsley, mint, tomatoes, raisins, and black pepper, and toss to combine. Add the pine nuts and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight before serving. Refrigerate, covered, for up to 2 days.
PURPLE CAULIFLOWER AND RED CABBAGE SLAW
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower and cabbage with the dressing until fully coated. Sprinkle with the sunflower seeds. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to overnight.
- Put the oil, vinegar, honey, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and 1 large egg in a blender and blend until smooth. Use a spatula to stir in the poppyseeds, then season with more salt and pepper if needed. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
HOLIDAY CAULIFLOWER
This recipe came from my Grandma. She always had to make it for the holidays. She is gone but her recipe lives on!
Provided by tcourto
Categories Cauliflower
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Break cauliflower into medium size flowerlets.
- Cook in boiling water until crisp.(about 10 minutes). Drain well, set aside.
- In a 2 quart saucepan, cook mushrooms and green pepper in margerine until tender. Mix in the flour.
- Gradually stir in the milk. Cook stirring constantly, over medium heat until mixture is thick.
- Stir in salt, cheese and pimento.
- Place half of the cauliflower in a buttered 2 quart casserole.
- Cover with half of the sauce.
- Add remaining cauliflower, then top with rest of sauce.
- Bake at 325* for 15 minutes.
- Makes 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.6, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 21, Sodium 475.5, Carbohydrate 14.1, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 3.2, Protein 8.8
HOLIDAY SLAW WITH APPLE CIDER DRESSING
I found this refreshing twist on coleslaw at a local grocery store and tweaked it to fit my family's taste. You can substitute raisins for dried cranberries. When it's available, I use a prepared apple cider salad dressing to make this dish even easier! -Susan Bickta, Kutztown, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. In another bowl, whisk remaining ingredients. Pour over coleslaw mix; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 24g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 383mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
BROCCOLI CAULIFLOWER COLESLAW
"Most slaw has too much sugar and fat for us, so I came up with this lighter alternative," relates Becca Brasfield of Burns, Tennessee. "Everyone says it's the best slaw they've ever had." The refreshing side is ready in a dash and can chill until noontime.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots, onion, cauliflower and broccoli. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Add to coleslaw and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose the right cauliflower: For the best results, use a head of cauliflower that is fresh, firm, and has tightly closed florets.
- Cut the cauliflower into small florets: This will help the slaw to cook evenly and absorb the flavors of the dressing.
- Roast the cauliflower before adding it to the slaw: Roasting the cauliflower gives it a slightly caramelized flavor and helps to bring out its natural sweetness.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your slaw: This will add color, texture, and flavor to the dish. Some good options include carrots, celery, bell peppers, and radishes.
- Make sure the dressing is well-balanced: The dressing should be flavorful but not overpowering. A good rule of thumb is to use 1 part vinegar or lemon juice to 3 parts oil.
- Season the slaw to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a pinch of sugar to balance out the acidity of the dressing.
- Chill the slaw before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and the slaw to become more refreshing.
Conclusion:
Cauliflower slaw is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed all year round. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and is also a good source of fiber and vitamins. With its versatile flavor, cauliflower slaw can be paired with a variety of main courses, making it a perfect dish for any occasion. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give cauliflower slaw a try!
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