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Creamy Summer Slaw

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Photo of creamy summer slaw recipe for bbqs shown in a bowl with a serving spoon.
Creamy Summer SlawMarcus Nilsson

Raw broccoli is made for slaw. It's sweet and crunchy—and can be dressed hours in advance.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    20 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

2/3 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 small bunch broccoli (about 12 ounces)
1/2 medium Napa cabbage, thinly sliced (about 6 cups)
2 scallions, thinly sliced
8 ounces sugar snap peas, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, divided

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine buttermilk, mayonnaise, and lemon juice in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper and whisk to combine. Set buttermilk dressing aside.

    Step 2

    Using a vegetable peeler, peel broccoli stalk if skin is thick. Halve broccoli lengthwise, then thinly slice crosswise, starting at crown. Toss broccoli, cabbage, scallions, sugar snap peas, 2 tablespoons chives, and reserved buttermilk dressing in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Serve slaw topped with remaining 2 tablespoons chives.

    Step 3

    DO AHEAD: Slaw can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.

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