Sweet and Spicy Broccoli Slaw

This sweet and spicy slaw will wake up any meal with bright pineapple and spicy jalapeños.

All nutrition facts are AI generated and approximate.

Ingredients

• 1 (12 oz) package broccoli slaw mix
• 1 green apple (julienned)
• 1 bunch green onions (sliced)
• 2 jalapeño peppers (chopped)
• 1 (6 oz) can pineapple juice
• 1 Tbs honey
• ½ cup mayo
• 1 Tbs lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• Fresh cracked pepper

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix broccoli slaw, apple, and green onion.
2. In a small saucepan, bring pineapple juice, honey, and jalapeños to a light boil, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes. Stir constantly during the last 2 minutes.
3. Pour the mixture into a medium-sized bowl. Stir in mayo, lemon juice, salt, and a few grinds of pepper.
4. Add the sauce mixture to the slaw mix. Cover and refrigerate 4 hours to overnight.

Notes

• Chill is required: Give it 4 hours to overnight so the crunchy slaw softens slightly and soaks up the dressing.
• Set your heat: Use more or fewer jalapeños in the reduction to control the spice.
• Stir near the end: Keep an eye on the pineapple-jalapeño mixture and stir constantly the last couple of minutes so it doesn’t scorch.
• Prep the apple last: Julienne the green apple close to mixing so it stays fresh in the slaw.
• Make-ahead friendly: This one is meant to sit, so it’s a great dish to build the day before.

Why This Works

• Cooked-down aromatics: Simmering pineapple juice, honey, and jalapeños infuses the base with heat while concentrating the sweetness.
• The chill softens: Resting time lets the sturdy broccoli slaw relax and absorb the dressing so it’s not raw and dry.
• Creamy-tangy dressing: Whisking mayo and lemon juice into the warm reduction builds a rich dressing with bright acidity.
• Sweet meets heat: The pineapple and honey balance the jalapeños so every bite is lively rather than just hot.