Best 3 Weeknight Skillet Slaw Recipes

In the fast-paced world where weeknights often call for quick and convenient meals, the weeknight skillet slaw emerges as a culinary savior. This versatile dish combines the crispness of cabbage and the tangy dressing to create a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With its easy preparation and minimal ingredients, the weeknight skillet slaw offers a delightful and healthy option that will elevate your dinner routine from mundane to extraordinary.

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SPECTACULAR OVERNIGHT SLAW

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To come up with this dish, I used a number of different recipes, plus some ideas of my own. It's great for a potluck because it's made the night before and the flavor keeps getting better. Whenever I serve it, I'm inundated with recipe requests. -Ruth Lovett, Bay City, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 medium head cabbage, shredded
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon mustard seed

Steps:

Combine cabbage, onion, peppers and olives. In a large saucepan, mix remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Cook and stir 1 minute. Pour over vegetables, and stir gently. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Mix well before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 267mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

WEEKNIGHT BEEF SKILLET

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This mild but hearty family fare is chock-full of veggies, Italian seasoning and nutrition. It's a quick-and-easy meal that just might become one of your family's favorites! -Clara Coulston, Washington Court House, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 cups uncooked yolk-free whole wheat noodles
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium green pepper, finely chopped
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon sugar, optional
1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed and drained
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook beef and pepper over medium heat 5-7 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. , Add tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning and, if desired, sugar to beef mixture; bring to a boil. Stir in vegetables; heat through. Serve with noodles; sprinkle with parsley. Freeze option: Do not cook noodles. Freeze cooled meat mixture in a freezer container. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Cook noodles according to package directions. Place meat mixture in a large saucepan; heat through, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary. Serve as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 638mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ADDICTIVE ASIAN BEEF SLAW

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This meal has it all - beef, shredded veggies, soy sauce, hot sauce, and lots of fresh cilantro. This dish is truly addictive.

Provided by Stasty Cook

Categories Salad Coleslaw Recipes No Mayo

Time 31m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 tablespoon canola oil
4 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 pound ground beef
½ head white cabbage, shredded
½ head red cabbage, shredded
2 large carrots, peeled and cut into thin strips
1 red bell pepper, cut into very thin strips
½ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 dash hot sauce, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
1 lime wedge

Steps:

Heat canola oil in a very large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger; cook and stir until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add ground beef; cook and stir until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes.
Push ground beef to 1 side of skillet and add white cabbage, red cabbage, carrots, and red bell pepper. Mix vegetables with the beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are just tender, 5 to 6 minutes.
Stir soy sauce, sesame oil, and hot sauce into beef-vegetable mixture until well mixed; season with salt and pepper. Serve slaw with fresh cilantro, lime wedge, and more hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 69.6 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 9.4 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 1254 mg, Sugar 13 g

Tips:

Prep your ingredients in advance: This will help you save time and ensure that everything is ready when you need it.
Use a large skillet: This will give you plenty of room to cook the cabbage and other vegetables.
Don't overcrowd the skillet: If you do, the vegetables will not cook evenly.
Cook the cabbage over medium heat: This will help it to soften without burning.
Add the dressing to the cabbage while it is still warm: This will help the flavors to meld together.
Serve the slaw immediately: Or, store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Weeknight skillet slaw is a quick, easy, and healthy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be served as a main course or a side dish. With a little planning, you can have this delicious meal on the table in no time. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give weeknight skillet slaw a try. You won't be disappointed!