crunchy pineapple blueberry slaw
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Whether you call it coleslaw or just slaw, this crunchy pineapple blueberry slaw is a distinctively different twist. Sure to please!
Cole Slaw
Cole slaw, coleslaw or slaw comes from the 18th centry Dutch term, a loose translation, ‘koolsla’. It basically means cabbage salad.
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How to Make Coleslaw
Making coleslaw is really simple. It requires no cooking. Only chopping, dicing and slicing is required. You can certainly pull together your coleslaw ingredients ahead of time, put them all in a zip lock plastic bag and then add the dressing when you’re ready to serve.
Once you slice cabbage it’s best to use it in about 24 hours, otherwise the cabbage starts to brown around the edges. If you shred cabbage, it stays brighter and healthier looking a few days longer. And, if you don’t want to do this part of making coleslaw, then try a coleslaw mix.
Coleslaw Mix
I’ve bought a coleslaw mix when I’m in need of convenience and time. Sometimes I’ll take the mix and add more to it like diced green peppers, onions, cucumbers. Sometimes I’ll add more color to it with purple cabbage or raddichio. Both finely shredded. Coleslaw mixes are perfect for crowds and quick dishes.
Another great idea that comes in handy, buy the coleslaw mix in the deli department, usually the mayo version, and mix with a coleslaw mix. I find that the finished coleslaw in the deli departments are really too much mayo and by adding the mix, you can stretch it plus not have the heavy mayo taste.
Coleslaw with Mayo
Coleslaw with mayo is popular in the South. And, I’ll admit sometimes I’m in the mood for that kind of coleslaw. But, I don’t use a lot of mayo. Usually, I’ll reduce it by half or more and substitute either sour cream or plain Greek yogurt.
By doing this simple step, you can reduce some calories but still have your creamy coleslaw. I’m making this pineapple blueberry coleslaw with a delicious vinaigrette that also includes some of the pineapple juice!
Blueberry Coleslaw
Today’s most important thing in cooking seems to be ease of preparation, convenience of products/ingredients and simplicity in executing the recipe. Yet, wrapped within those parameters, the food must be amazingly tasty and fabulous!
Those are pretty tough guidelines, but it can be done with some creativity! And, this crunchy pineapple blueberry slaw handles all these requirements hands down!
Coleslaw with Pineapple
Coleslaw with pineapple is great. You can omit the blueberries if you like and simply add the pineapple. I think if I did that, say when fresh blueberries aren’t in season, I’d add diced crispy apples, maybe a honey crisp with skin on and some chopped walnuts.
Yes, another delicious creation with the same vinaigrette dressing!
Hawaiian Coleslaw
Now this slaw is one that is full of color and high on super ingredients like the purple cabbage and blueberries. With the pineapple in it, we can just call it a Hawaiian coleslaw! Perfect for a luau.
What makes me most happy is the crunch and squirts. Yeah, the squirts of blueberries and pineapple tidbits when chewing. I know, sounds crazy, but that’s the way my palate works!
Recycling Plastic
Oh, yes, another thing that’s really important in today’s world is saving the earth and her resources as in recycling plastic. Now, I’ve been doing this and was taught to do it from the time I was a little girl. Growing up in the hills of Appalachia in Southern West Virginia, we didn’t waste anything.
Most everything our hands touched had a second and third use down to wrapping and bows from the holidays, empty jars and plastic tubs and even water. So, when I look at what I cook with today, products I purchase, I’m also considering how can I ‘re’use if I need to something about it.
BPA Free
Dole Sunshine products are made with care. They’re packed in BPA-free packaging and are totally recyclable after using. In the case of these pineapple chunks, you’ll see how I re-used the plastic container with the really great screw on lid for another occasion.
crunchy pineapple blueberry slaw
Whether you call it coleslaw or just slaw, this crunchy pineapple blueberry slaw is a distinctively different twist. And, it's sure to please with textures!
Ingredients
- 2 ½ to 3 cups purple cabbage, sliced thinly
- 2 large green onions, with green tops slightly trimmed, sliced thinly/with green tops, can substitute diced sweet onions
- ½ cup Dole Sunshine Pineapple Tidbits, drained, packed, reserve ¼ cup juice, divided
- ½ cup Dole Sunshine Blueberries, previously frozen, almost complete thawed
- 3 Tbl. extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small lemon, juice only
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning, dried
- 1 tsp. sea salt
- 1 tsp. coarse ground pepper
- 1 Tbl. organic honey, can substitute 1 TBL maple syrup
- 1/4 cup Italian parsley, chopped, OPTIONAL
Instructions
- Combine in a large mixing bowl, the cabbage, onions, pineapple tidbits, and blueberries.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the reserved pineapple juice, olive oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and honey. (Plus, chopped parsley if using.)
- Pour the ‘vinaigrette’ mixture on the slaw.
- Toss and blend well. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
This salad is easily portable for picnics, outdoor concerts and BBQs. Just use empty clean Dole Sunshine plastic jars.
Be sure to recycle and reuse your Dole Packaged Food plastic cups and jars. They're great for lots of things!
What a beautiful salad! We love red cabbage and raw salads like this!
Julie! Thank you. The simplicity and fresh ingredients just make it wonderfully delicious…we took it to an outdoor concert w/fried chicken! xo ~ally
This is one clever recipe, my friend!! Loving the colors and the flavors!! Can’t wait to make this one!
Why thank you, angel!! Move over apples in cabbage, we’ve got new fruits in town!! xo
Looks oh-so very good, my dear! Love all the colors and crunch… So fresh and delicious!!!
Hey pretty girl!! Yes, you’re so right! Color galore and crunch out the ying yang!! Thanks for all the sweet words! xo
I love the vibrant colors! The blueberries with the pineapple … YUM!
Thank you, dear Ann! Yes, colors mean we’re eating healthy!! Namaste my dear friend xoxo
Colorful and lots of flavor.
Thank you, Christine! Yes, very very colorful xo
This is so colorful and recycling to boot. That ticks all my boxes. We will be taking that along on beach picnics!! Pinned and Tweeted.
Rebecca! Thank you! And, you’re so right, it’s perfect for beach picnics. No containers required, just save those wonderful Dole Sunshine Plastic jars!! xo
Love the sound of this fruity slaw, some tasty ingredients
Thank you, Caroline, and that’s what is… fruity slaw!! xo
Love crunchy slaw! your recipe is so colorful and flavor-filled! YUM!
Diane! I’m like you, the more crunch the better! Thank you! I think it’s this simplicity that makes it shine!! xo
what an awesome idea and how colorful too! I just love fruit in my slaw I always add pineapple only you would have the best of these ideas to inspire us! this is outstanding
Claudia! Thank you, angel! Yes, I love the crunch and then the juiciness of the fruit. It’s perfect for a picnic, which we used it for. Just stored in the Dole plastic container! Boom! Done!! Thanks for stopping by! xo
such a beautiful slaw Ally, loving the colours
MIsbah! Thank you, luv…the colors truly are vibrant!! xox
Oh my Ally! This slaw looks so fruity and delicious. I am totally going to make this.
Stevie Wonder!! YOU will make it even more spectacular! Thank you luv! xo
Oh my goodness, Ally… This looks incredible! I love the rich colors and bright flavors! Can’t wait to taste it!
Michele, my luv!! Thank you…yes, those colors are electrifying huh?? xo
What a combination of flavors!!! I love it Ally Girl! You’ve created another hit, as usual!
Awwhhhh, my LYnneeePoo! Thank you! It’s so simple, yet so powerfully deeelish!! xo
Wow! What a great idea! The only fruit I have ever tasted with cabbage is apples, but blueberries and pineapple… Dang this sounds delicious! Fabulous color too! ?
Miss Pea Miss Pea!! We’re gonna swing to the wild side of cabbage w/these blueberries and pineapple! You’ll love it, angel!! Thank you thank you!! xoxo
I think that I am going to add this as the base to our favorite tacos. I love all of the yummy combinations!
What a great idea, Kim! I think you’re right. The little sweet, crunchy and savory with your tacos will be even more outstanding!♥♥♥
Ally, this looks and sounds so good! Loved your descriptive “crunch & squirts.” 🙂 Texture is as important as flavor, and you have a knack for creating both!
Kimmmeee! You’ll love love the squirts! Thank you, darlin…yes, we want it all!! Flavor, texture, beauty, healthy…ALL ALL!! xoxo