Almond Coleslaw

It is hot and let's be honest, no one wants to cook or turn on the oven when it is hot outside. It is the season for grilling and staying cool, outside of the kitchen. With Labor Day weekend coming up, I am sure everyone has some bbq or swim party to attend.  While everyone loves a good hamburger or steak, those backyard bbq's need a good side dish.

Potlucks are the best, where everyone brings a side dish, know one has to worry about preparing a whole meal. But you never want to prepare the side dish at someone else's house. A make ahead dish where you just show up and plop your side in the fridge is the easiest way to do it.

I love this almond coleslaw because it is fast and easy. Few ingredients and ones that you can even buy all prepared and ready to throw in the bowl! One bowl means less dishes, which means more time for enjoying your company and relaxing.

Everyone has their own additions and modifications to everything, just like me.  But I do have to admit that almonds really do go perfect with this recipe. There is just something about coleslaw that is screaming out for almonds to be added to it. I also love that it is a simple recipe with 5 main ingredients. I am not a lover of mayo either, so I am always searching for mayo free recipes when it come to summer salads. Anything where I can substitute out mayo is a winner in my book. You will still need just a little, but trust me, you can't even taste it!

So this Labor Day weekend, kick back, relax, and have a backyard bbq where you don't have to cook!

Until Next Time,

Almond Girl Jenny