This light, healthy slaw recipe is mildly acidic and full of flavor.

Bright and refreshing, this tangy pickled slaw is full of flavor and a great alternative to mayo-based versions.

If you’ve never pickled anything, this easyquick pickleis a great place to start.

Quick Pickled Slaw

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Boil, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves.

Place cabbage, carrots, and radishes in a medium bowl; toss in vinegar mixture to coat.

Chill, uncovered, 12 minutes; drain and serve.

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Ingredients

1/2cupunseasoned rice vinegar

1/2cupwater

1Tbsp.granulated sugar

1Tbsp.mustard seeds

1 1/2tsp.salt

3cups(about 4 oz.)

Combine vinegar mixture and cabbage:

Place cabbage, carrots and radishes in a medium bowl.

Pour vinegar mixture over slaw mixture, and stir to combine.

Chill, uncovered, 12 minutes.

Some excess moisture should be released before the vinegar solution is added, making for a longer-lasting slaw.