Description
Creamy Ranch Slaw Cups are crunchy and refreshing lettuce cups filled with a creamy ranch-dressed slaw, perfect as a light appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional for extra creaminess)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 12 large butter lettuce leaves or romaine leaves
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, chopped bell pepper, and green onions.
- In a small bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, mayonnaise (if using), apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss well to coat.
- Chill the slaw in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to let flavors meld.
- To serve, spoon the creamy ranch slaw into each lettuce leaf to make individual cups.
- Serve immediately for maximum crunch.
Notes
- Add chopped fresh herbs like dill or parsley for extra flavor.
- Substitute ranch dressing with a vegan ranch for a dairy-free version.
- Top with crispy bacon bits or toasted nuts for added texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slaw cups
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg