Braised Red Cabbage

Here’s a great recipe to share at your next cookout. This sweet and sour cabbage can be made on the stovetop in a matter of minutes and I absolutely adore the vibrant color it adds to the table.

Items used to make this recipe:

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Braised Red Cabbage

makes 8 servings

Printable Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

• 1/2 head of red cabbage, cored and shredded

• 1/3 cup white vinegar

• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds

• 1/2 teaspoon granulated onion

• salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large non-reactive skillet over medium-high heat, sautee the shredded cabbage in the vegetable oil for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until it wilts a bit.

2. Add the remaining ingredients and continue to sauté, stirring frequently, until the cabbage softens and the color turns vibrant. Serve warm or cold.

Notes

• If serving cold, you may need to add more seasoning as cold temperature have a tendency to dull flavors.

• Stainless steel, tin-lined copper, and ceramic are examples of non-reactive cookware. Copper, aluminum, and unlined cast iron should be avoided for this recipe.

adapted from Rachael Ray

Thai Zoodle Salad

Here’s a low-carb version of my favorite cold Thai Noodle Salad, subbing spiralized zucchini for the usual noodles. This crisp and refreshing variation is packed full of so much flavor, you won’t miss the noodles at all.

Spiralize a medium zucchini. I love using my spiralizer!

Add a colorful mix of vegetables. So pretty!

Whisk together a quick Thai-inspired peanut dressing featuring freshly squeezed lime juice.

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Thai Zoodle Salad

makes 8 servings

Printable Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cup spiralized zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)

• 1 cup shredded carrots (or spiralized)

• 1 cup shredded green cabbage

• 1 cup shredded red cabbage

• 1 cup spiralized English cucumber

• 1/4 cup sliced scallions

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Dressing:

• 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon honey

• 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

• 1 tablespoon minced garlic (or garlic paste)

• 1 tablespoon minced ginger (or ginger paste)

Directions

1. Place the spiralized zucchini, carrots, green cabbage, red cabbage, cucumbers, scallions, and cilantro in a large bowl.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing until smooth; pour over vegetables and mix well.

3. Serve immediately.

Notes

• Heating the lime for 10-15 seconds in the microwave before squeezing will enable it to release more juice.

• The vegetables will release their juices as the salad sits so you will want to avoid adding the sauce until just before serving.

• Serve with a drizzle of Sriracha if you like some heat.