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Broccoli Slaw

:  Winter 2004, The EatingWell Diabetes Cookbook (2005)

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We've lightened this popular potluck classic with a dressing of reduced-fat mayo and yogurt. To speed preparation, use shredded broccoli slaw from the produce aisle.


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Broccoli Slaw Recipe

Makes: 8 servings, 3/4 cup each

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Nutrition Profile

Diabetes appropriate | Low calorie | Low carbohydrate | Low cholesterol | Low saturated fat | Heart healthy | Healthy weight | Gluten free |

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Ingredients

  • 4 slices turkey bacon
  • 1 12- to 16-ounce bag shredded broccoli slaw, or 1 large bunch broccoli (about 1 1/2 pounds)
  • 1/4 cup low-fat or nonfat plain yogurt
  • 1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • Freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • 1 8-ounce can low-sodium sliced water chestnuts, rinsed and coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 cup finely diced red onion, (1/2 medium)

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Preparation

  1. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat, turning frequently, until crisp, 5 to 8 minutes. (Alternatively, microwave on High for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes.) Drain bacon on paper towels. Chop coarsely.
  2. If using whole broccoli, trim about 3 inches off the stems. Chop the rest into 1/4-inch pieces.
  3. Whisk yogurt, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add water chestnuts, onion, bacon and broccoli; toss to coat. Chill until serving time.

Tips & Notes

  • Make Ahead Tip: Cover and chill for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Per serving: 80 calories; 3 g fat ( 1 g sat , 1 g mono ); 5 mg cholesterol; 9 g carbohydrates; 1 g added sugars; 3 g protein; 3 g fiber; 271 mg sodium; 181 mg potassium.

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (70% daily value).

Carbohydrate Servings: 1/2

Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1 fat


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