Smart Coleslaw with Pears, Walnuts and Cranberries

Last edited by Cousin_Jake on May 31st 2009, 3:45 pm; edited 1 time in total

This recipe was in the paper last week and I tried it on the weekend - it went over well, so I'd definitely make it again.

Coleslaw with Pears, Walnuts and Cranberries

2 pounds (total) shredded red and green cabbage
I large coarsely grated carrot
½ red onion, grated
Combine these in large bowl and sprinkle with ¾ tsp salt – mix and set aside

In a small bowl, combine:
¼ cup cider vinegar
¼ cup reduced fat mayonnaise
¼ cup non-fat yogurt
1 to 2 tbsp maple syrup or light coloured honey
Whisk until smooth
Pour this dressing along with ½ cup dried or minced fresh cranberries into the cabbage mixture and mix well
Transfer to a container with a tight fitting lid and refrigerate until shortly before serving

Just before serving, cut 1 or 2 bosc pears into thin strips and gently mix into coleslaw
Top with up to 1 cup lightly toasted chopped walnuts
(serve with squeezable wedges of lemon - optional)

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I am just seeing this now, how did I miss it? It looks great CJ!! Summer is coming (suppose to be anyway, if the weather starts to cooperate) I will keep this in mind for our next BBQ!

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This sounds good to me, too. I love pears in almost anything! I wonder where the name "Smart Coleslaw" came from, though, or am I a dummy for not getting it?

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Counting down the days till our next trip . . .

inky Where have you been?

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inkydinkydoo wrote:

This sounds good to me, too. I love pears in almost anything! I wonder where the name "Smart Coleslaw" came from, though, or am I a dummy for not getting it?

Inky! You left without leaving a note! Missed you very much! I think 'smart' comes from the ingredients. Low fat, fresh ingredients.

Inky, its so good to see you happy dance 2

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Did I tell you I signed up at SparkPeople awhile back? I've lost 25 pounds so far and walked around 90 miles, but I didn't realize how long it takes to actually do the exercise and then track my nutrition and fitness online.

I'm gonna have to learn to juggle, though! It's almost time for Big Brother. lol!

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inkydinkydoo wrote:

Did I tell you I signed up at SparkPeople awhile back? I've lost 25 pounds so far and walked around 90 miles, but I didn't realize how long it takes to actually do the exercise and then track my nutrition and fitness online.

I'm gonna have to learn to juggle, though! It's almost time for Big Brother. lol!

Awesome inky! Good job - I bet you feel great.
I missed you girl.
(and yes, I think the "smart" in the title relates to the low fat, heart healthy slant to the recipe.)

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Great job Inky!!!

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I still have a lot more walking to do, but I feel wonderful! Wish I had found SparkPeople a long time ago.

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inkydinkydoo wrote:

Did I tell you I signed up at SparkPeople awhile back? I've lost 25 pounds so far and walked around 90 miles, but I didn't realize how long it takes to actually do the exercise and then track my nutrition and fitness online.

I'm gonna have to learn to juggle, though! It's almost time for Big Brother. lol!

Fantastic Inky! Wonderful accomplishment!

Maybe you can borrow Moody's new phone, figure out how to operate it while you're on your marathon walks and text us, too Very Happy

Hey, I have an iPhone! Why didn't I think of that. Of course, that does require being able to do two things at once. Laughing

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inky!!!! Good to see you. We were getting worried and of course the Cooking and Baking Section isn't the same without you. Congrats on your weight loss - awesome! big hug

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I'm glad to hear from you , Inky! Been missin you! happy dance 2

Thanks Lori and Mary Lou (and everyone else)! I've been on the road for a few days, but I'm looking forward to heading home tomorrow, after one more meeting.

If anyone else is ever on the road and has access to a microwave -- or is at home or work and just wants something quick and easy -- try Healthy Choice's new Fresh Mixers. I made their Southwest Chicken and Rice, today, and it was pretty good. Five minutes in the microwave, stir in the sauce, 30 more seconds of microwave, and you're done. I just wish I'd have had something to make a salad with, too. It's tough eating out all the time when you're watching your calories and sodium!!

Oh, and since these Fresh Mixers don't require refrigeration, they'd be great to have on hand for any time you're in a pinch -- at work or at home.

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Have a safe trip home inky!

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Be safe Inky!!

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Stay safe Inky and congrats on the weight loss and walking program! cheers

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