Keep it vegetarian or add crisp, cooked bacon. Garnish with additional almonds for extra flavor.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Total time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Serving Size: 1 1/4 cups

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon Mariani Slivered or Sliced Almonds, toasted

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

3 tablespoons sherry or white wine vinegar

2 teaspoons sugar

3/4 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste

Freshly ground pepper to taste

1 (12-ounce) bag broccoli slaw (4 cups) *

1/3 cup golden raisins

1/4 cup minced red onion

4 slices cooked, crisp bacon (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

Place 1 tablespoon of almonds, oil, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper in a small blender or food processor and blend until dressing is smooth.
Place dressing in a large bowl. Add broccoli slaw, remaining almonds, raisins and onions. Toss well to coat. Stir in bacon and garnish with additional almonds if desired. Season with pepper and serve immediately.

*May substitute 4 cups shaved Brussels sprouts.

Nutritional Analysis Per Serving:

Calories: 270, Total Fat: 19g, Saturated Fat: 2.5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 13.2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2.948g, Cholesterol: 0mg, Sodium: 470mg, Carbohydrates: 22g, Dietary Fiber: 5g, Sugars: 12g, Protein: 4g, Vitamin D: 0mcg (0%), Calcium: 60mg (4%), Iron: 2mg (10%), Potassium: 520mg (10%).

Yield: 4

Author: Patty Mastracco