Recipe for Slaw with Jalapeños
I’m slightly obsessed with this recipe for slaw with jalapeños. In fact, any coleslaw made with red cabbage has my heart – I find this superfood veggie tastes delectably sweet and is incredibly crunchy.
Red Cabbage and Benefits to Healthy Eating
This slaw recipe with red cabbage is both tasty and healthy. This cruciferous veggie is a great source of several essential nutrients, including:
- Vitamin K
- Zinc
- Calcium
- Magnesium
- Fiber
Cruciferous vegetables also contain indole-3-carbinol, an estrogen receptor antagonist that reduces inflammation, regulates hormones, and may prevent cancer.
Best of Cruciferous Vegetables
Other cancer-fighting cruciferous veggies include:
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Kale
- Bok Choy
- Collard Greens
Side Dishes Healthy
Delicious side dishes with cruciferous veggies that are healthy too? What could be better! This slaw with jalapeños is full of flavor and that much-needed fiber we’ve all been trying to get into our diets!
Recipes for Homemade Slaw
While there are tons of cruciferous veggies to choose from, red cabbage in salad and slaw is a surefire way to balance nutrition and flavor. This recipe for Slaw with Jalapeños is also spiked with anti-inflammatory ginger and detoxifying cilantro, making it the perfect healthy side dish.
Side Dishes Easy
Creating side dishes that are easy and healthy is fabulous, but what about simple dinner recipes to go with them? Read on for the perfect pairings!
Dinner Recipes Healthy and Easy
My Recipe for Slaw with Jalapeños works well with these healthy easy dinner recipes:
- Turkey Burgers from The Gluten-Free Almond Flour Cookbook
- Baked Salmon with Lemon and Herbs
- Grilled Chicken with Avocado Salsa
Recipe for Cabbage Salad
No salad is complete without a drizzle of delicious dressing! If you want to create your own cabbage salad, look no further than my Asian Dressing for Salad Recipe, made with olive oil, toasted sesame oil, and ume plum vinegar.
No Mayo Coleslaw Recipe
Homemade coleslaw recipes don’t have to be full of sugar, artificial ingredients, or overly calorie-dense. Try these amazing slaws with the best alternatives to mayo:
- Greek yogurt
- Avocado
- Olive oil
Low Carb Vegetables for Side Dishes
Here are my favorite low-carb vegetables for side dishes and the amazing recipes that contain them!
- Cauliflower
- Asparagus
- Cucumbers
- Tomatoes
- Spinach
Easy Recipe for Fruit Salad
If you love a good recipe with few ingredients, that’s easy to make, healthy, and a crowd pleaser, this Easy Recipe for Fruit Salad fits the bill!
Superfood Side Dishes Vegetarian
My Recipe for Slaw with Jalapeños and all of the superfood side dishes above are vegetarian and perfect for a crowd.
Side Dishes Low Carb
I’ve provided so many ideas for the perfect low-carb side dish! I hope one of the easy healthy recipes above is the next superfood show stopper at your family gathering.
