On a day that is notorious for junk food, snacks, and deep-fried everything, it's sometimes difficult to slip some vegetables into the mix. Coleslaw is a little deceptive since it is so rich-tasting and creamy, people tend to forget it's packed full of things that are good for you.
Though I tend to make everything from scratch, for an event like Super Bowl I recommend saving yourself the time and effort and just buy the pre-cut coleslaw mix at the grocery store. You could spend a lot of time grating cabbage and slicing carrots, but really, the end product is about the same. Besides, if the bagged stuff is good enough for Paula Deen, it's good enough for me. That said, I refuse to buy a pre-made coleslaw dressing. Sometimes you have to pick your battles.
Dressing
In a bowl, mix the following ingredients:
1/2 cup mayonnaise (regular, light, or fat free, your choice)
3 tbsp cream or buttermilk. If you don't have either, regular milk is fine.
2 tbsp vinegar
2 tbsp white sugar
1/4 tsp celery seed
salt and pepper to taste
Salad
In a large bowl, mix the following:
1 bag coleslaw mix
1/2 cup dried cranberries (like Craisins)
1/3 chopped walnuts
Once mixed, add the dressing and stir well. It may seem like you don't have enough dressing to coat the cabbage, but it will mix through as it sits. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
