A Day in the Park
Summer should not pass by without at least one meal eaten outdoors. Picnics are a celebration of our summer spirit, culinary diversity, and the taste for the great outdoors. Planned or impromptu, picnics have a personal touch – we choose the foods we serve, select our picnic partners, and seek out the perfect venue. They are a perfect avenue to share and express our culture, gastronomic favorites, and fond memories of childhood.
Try the tasty treat below so you’ll be ready for your next outdoor outing:
Honey-Mustard Peanut, Apple and Pepper Slaw
The perfect side dish on a warm summer day.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cabbage, coarsely shredded
- 1 red bell pepper, seeds removed, julienne strips
- 1 green bell pepper, seeds removed, julienne strips
- 1 medium-sized red-skinned apple, cored and chopped
- 1 cup salted peanuts
- 3 tablespoons peanut oil
- 3 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
Preparation
1. In a large bowl, combine cabbage, red and green bell peppers, apple and peanuts.
2. In a jar with a screw-on lid, place peanut oil, mustard, honey, garlic and vinegar; screw lid on tightly and shake vigorously until mixed well.
3. Pour over slaw in bowl and toss to coat all. Chill for 1 to 3 hours.
Recipe courtesy of The Peanut Institute
Read more about picnics and get other delicious peanut-inspired recipes on Sarita’s Sensations
