Joy Bauer shares 3 zesty coleslaw recipes to liven up your summer spread
Craving coleslaw? You’ve come to the right place because I’ve crafted three mouthwatering summer slaws that will elevate your meals to new heights! From my peachy-keen recipe complete with juicy fruit and buttery pecans to a vibrant Thai-inspired blend smothered in sweet and savory peanut sauce to my fiery, creamy Buffalo-style slaw — it’s a trio of deliciousness packed with nutrient-rich ingredients. Whether you’re planning a picnic or spicing up a barbecue, these dishes are guaranteed to liven up your spread.
Peach Pecan Coleslaw
Hello, gorgeous! This vibrant twist on a classic summer side dish is calling your name. The crisp shredded cabbage and carrots combined with the juicy ripe peaches and rich toasted pecans creates a refreshing recipe that screams summer. The combo of textures and flavors makes this coleslaw not only pretty to look at, but also pretty darn good to devour! With just a handful of ingredients and simple prep, you will create a stunning slaw that will be the star of any meal. Perfect for picnics, barbecues or family gatherings, this slaw adds a unique and sophisticated touch to your table.
Thai-Inspired Coleslaw with Peanut Sauce
This slaw brings together the crispness and nutrition of shredded cabbage, carrots and bell peppers with the green goodness of edamame, scallions and cilantro. There’s so much to love in this bowl of goodness: protein, fiber, plant-based omega-3 fats, vitamin C and more! But what truly sets this dish apart is its sweet-umami peanut sauce that takes it over the top. Crowned with chopped peanuts and sesame seeds for extra crunch and depth of flavor, this addictive coleslaw is a celebration of mouthwatering flavor that will elevate any mealtime moment.
Buffalo Coleslaw by Joy Bauer
Feeling hot, hot, hot? Spice up your coleslaw game with this bold and creamy variation. What’s the secret ingredient? Cottage cheese! I’ve crafted a Buffalo sauce using cottage cheese and hot sauce, packing this dish with velvety protein and fiery flavor. I fully understand that people have varying degrees of heat tolerance, so rest assured, you can dial the heat way down (simply omit the cayenne) or dial it way up (leave the cayenne in and drizzle extra hot sauce over your personal plate, like I do). I also know cottage cheese can be polarizing — I personally love it, but for folks who hate it, here’s my pitch: You cannot taste the cottage cheese in this mixture — it’s seriously undetectable. Follow my lead and toss in optional scallions and sliced jalapeños … and for a more Buffalo wing-esque experience, you can add crumbled blue cheese on top, too.
This article was originally published on TODAY.com
