Refrigerator Slaw
With the rising temperature I always begin to crave my Great Aunt Ruby’s Refrigerator Slaw. It’s a very easy dish that can be made many ways, but I always like to go back to her simple recipe.
As a child my sister and I would spend part of our summer vacations visiting my Aunt in Kentucky. She usually made simple southern food that always tasted amazing. When the weather started to warm up, she would begin to make batches of her Refrigerator Slaw and keep them in mason jars. I really can’t remember one meal when she didn’t pull out an ice-cold, freshly made jar.
I personally love to eat this as a light snack. But it’s a wonderful side for BBQ, hamburgers and brats. I hope you enjoy.
INGREDIENTS
Prep Time: 20 minutes
2 to 3 large bell peppers, diced (any color you like)
1 large white onion, diced
1 large hot house cucumber, diced
2 cups apple cider vinegar
2 cups water
1 cup agave nectar
2 tbsp fresh dill
salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
Combine bell peppers, onion and cucumber in a large bowl and mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, water, agave, dill, salt and pepper.
Pour the liquid over the mixed vegetables and stir. Cover and allow to sit overnight in the refrigerator, stirring occasionally.
If you like the idea of using mason jars:
Divide the mixed vegetables between the jars, then pour the liquid over the vegetables, dividing evenly. Seal and refrigerate overnight, occasionally stirring by rocking the jar from top to bottom.