Three-Pepper Slaw with Chipotle Dressing

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
48%
Three-Pepper Slaw with Chipotle Dressing
45 min.
8
63kcal

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Welcome to a vibrant and zesty addition to your meal repertoire: Three-Pepper Slaw with Chipotle Dressing! This refreshing side dish is not only a feast for the eyes with its colorful array of red, yellow, and green bell peppers but also a delightful explosion of flavors that will awaken your taste buds. It's the perfect companion to any barbecue, picnic, or family gathering, providing a crunchy contrast to rich and savory main dishes.

What sets this slaw apart is the unique combination of fresh vegetables and a smoky chipotle dressing that brings just the right amount of heat and depth. The creamy texture of fat-free mayonnaise, coupled with the zing of garlic and a touch of honey, makes this dressing irresistibly delicious and guilt-free. Plus, it’s vegetarian and gluten-free, making it a fantastic choice for guests with dietary preferences.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes and the ability to be made a day in advance, this slaw is as practical as it is delicious. The key is to let the flavors meld together in the refrigerator, so when you're ready to serve, you have a refreshing salad that’s lightly softened yet still maintains its crunch. Add a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, and you're all set to impress your friends and family with this nutritious, mouthwatering side dish!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons chili powder 
  • teaspoons chipotle sauce canned minced
  • tablespoons mayonnaise fat-free
  •  garlic clove 
  • large bell pepper green cut into thin strips
  • tablespoons honey 
  • 12 ounces jicama peeled cut into thin strips
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh italian chopped
  • large bell pepper red cut into thin strips
  • large bell pepper yellow cut into thin strips

Equipment

  • bowl
  • blender

Directions

  1. Purée first 6 ingredients in blender. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  2. Toss bell peppers, jicama and dressing in large bowl to coat. Season slaw with salt. Cover and refrigerate until vegetables soften slightly but are still crunchy, about 4 hours.
  3. Mix chopped parsley into coleslaw.
  4. Serve at room temperature.
  5. Per serving: calories, 48; total fat, 1 g; saturated fat, 0; cholesterol,
  6. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories63kcal
Protein7.7%
Fat6.23%
Carbs86.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.41
Glycemic Load
3.02
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
10.832608622053%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.46mg
Hesperetin
1.36mg
Naringenin
0.13mg
Apigenin
5.39mg
Luteolin
1.36mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.45mg
Quercetin
0.82mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:63.1kcal
3.16%
Fat:0.48g
0.74%
Saturated Fat:0.11g
0.67%
Carbohydrates:15.02g
5.01%
Net Carbohydrates:11.21g
4.08%
Sugar:7.78g
8.65%
Cholesterol:0.47mg
0.16%
Sodium:54.2mg
2.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.34g
2.69%
Vitamin C:101.54mg
123.08%
Vitamin K:45.37µg
43.21%
Vitamin A:1095.65IU
21.91%
Fiber:3.81g
15.26%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.07%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.44%
Folate:28.57µg
7.14%
Potassium:235.85mg
6.74%
Vitamin E:0.77mg
5.17%
Iron:0.81mg
4.49%
Copper:0.08mg
3.99%
Magnesium:15.45mg
3.86%
Vitamin B3:0.7mg
3.48%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.15%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.12%
Phosphorus:29.33mg
2.93%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.22%
Calcium:20.42mg
2.04%
Zinc:0.27mg
1.79%
Selenium:0.8µg
1.14%
Source:Epicurious