blue cheese coleslaw

Blue Cheese Coleslaw

Whether you spell it bleu or blue, this blue cheese coleslaw is simply divine! So simple to make, it’s a gourmet spin of traditional Southern coleslaw. Yum!

This blue cheese coleslaw is my ‘boho’ version of Southern coleslaw. Yes, it’s quite different, but it’s a really inviting palate experience. I mean imagine topping your BBQ sandwich with this coleslaw. OMG, I’m talking bursts of unexpected pleasures!

Blue Cheese Slaw

I like to ramp up the nutritional value of this blue cheese slaw with the addition of the watercress. You could also add some walnuts (or salted pistachios) and dried cranberries for some extra value. Letting this coleslaw hang out in the refrigerator for a while before serving will make it much better. Get ready for crunch, tangy blasts of blue and creamy coleslaw like you’ve never tasted!

Watercress in Salad

Putting watercress in this salad is an easy way to sneak in more color plus nutrition. Healthline points out that watercress is:

• Packed with Nutrients, Particularly Vitamin K. 
• High Antioxidant Content May Lower Your Risk of Chronic Diseases. 
• Contains Compounds That May Prevent Certain Types of Cancer. 
• Beneficial for Heart Health in Many Impressive Ways. 
• Mineral and Vitamin K Contents Protect Against Osteoporosis.

blue cheese coleslaw

Yield: About 4-6 folks

Whether you spell it bleu or blue, this blue cheese coleslaw is simply divine! So simple to make, it's a gourmet spin of traditional Southern coleslaw. Yum!

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Ingredients

• 1 (16 oz.) bag tri-colored coleslaw
• 4 oz. crumbled bleu cheese (use a good brand like Maytag) + more for garnish
• 1 cup sliced celery
• 1 cup (packed) watercress leaves (you can substitute another green like arugula, European greens)
• 3 Tbl. lemon juice
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup Greek plain yogurt
• 1 tsp. sea salt
• 1 tsp. pepper
• 1 Tbl. Fine Herb blend (parsley, chives, chervil, tarragon. You could substitute a combination of your own liking, maybe some dried mint, parsley, chives, tarragon...get creative!)
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries (optional)

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the coleslaw, bleu cheese crumbles, celery and watercress leaves. Toss and blend with your hands.

In a small mixing bowl,, combine the lemon juice, mayonnaise, yogurt, salt, pepper. fine herb blend and blend well. Pour on the coleslaw mixture and toss and blend. Optional: Add the cranberries.

Refrigerate for about an hour before serving.