Mexican Chili Bean Coleslaw
Serves 6:
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Mexican dressing:
1/2-cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/2-cup bottled taco sauce
2-tablespoons cider vinegar
1-tablespoon granulated sugar
1-teaspoon ground cumin

6-cups loosely packed finely shredded green cabbage
2-large carrots,shredded coarse(2 cups)
3-medium-size scallions,sliced thin
1-can(about 16 ounces)red kidney beans,drained and rinsed
2-medium-size jalapeno peppers,seeded and minced(3 TBSP)
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*1*
Make the dressing:In a large serving bowl,whisk the mayonnaise
taco sauce,vinegar,sugar,and cumin until well blended.
*2*
Add the cabbage,carrots,scallions,beans,and jalapenos.
Toss to mix and coat.Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
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