Broccoli Slaw…

Another cool and refreshing summertime treat and so easy!

Broccoli slaw is a form of coleslaw made with broccoli, instead of the more traditional cabbage.   The flavor of broccoli and cabbage slaws is very similar, although the substitution results in a much more nutritious slaw with a slightly spicier flavor than that of a slaw made with cabbage. 

PER SERVING (3 oz., 1 cup): 25 calories, 0g fat, 25mg sodium, 5g carbs, 3g fiber, 2g sugars, 2g protein

Trader Joe’s makes an organic broccoli slaw in a bag - it just can’t get any easier then that and it includes the carrots!  I do add a few extra ingredients like chopped up jalapenos and cilantro.  I make a wasabi vinaigrette.  Bob found a zero calorie raw coconut vinegar at Whole Foods!  I added some rice wine (unseasoned) vinegar, wasabi (from the tube), some ginger powder (we didn’t have any fresh), salt and pepper to taste and there you have it!  A great, healthy, crunchy and refreshing side dish!  The leftovers will be added to any salad we have the next day!

As an added bonus tip…
broccoli appears to be less prone to inducing flatulence than cabbage, for people who have experienced undesirable gastrointestinal effects after consuming raw cabbage.