Coleslaw

Great for BBQs & parties this easy to make coleslaw will definitely feed a crowd! Use low fat yoghurt & mayo if you prefer.

 

Serves 8 Approx 90p in total

 

Prep time 10-15 minutes

Ingredients

½ head white cabbage

3 carrots

80g plain yoghurt

80g mayonnaise

salt & pepper

a squeeze of lemon juice (optional)

Grate the carrot & place it into a large bowl.

Using a sharp knife shred the cabbage as finely as you want it.

Alternatively if you have a food processor with a grating plate use that!

Add the cabbage to the carrot & mix.

In a jug mix together the mayonnaise & yoghurt. Add a squeeze of lemon (if using) & season to taste with salt & pepper.

Pour the dressing over the cabbage & carrot & mix well.

Serve immediately or cover & keep in the fridge until needed.

Potato Salad

Serve this potato salad to friends & family & they will keep coming back for more. The dressing is made a little richer by adding some cream cheese!

 

Serves 8 Approx £1.80 in total

 

Prep/Cooking time 20-25 minutes

Ingredients

1kg salad potatoes, rinsed & dried

½ bunch spring onions, very finely chopped

4 tbsp mayonnaise

60g plain cream cheese

2 tbsp plain yoghurt

freshly ground black pepper

Cook the potatoes in boiling salted water until just tender (don't over cook them as they will be too mushy!).

Drain the potatoes & transfer to a large bowl to allow to cool completely.

To make the dressing mix the mayonnaise, cream cheese & yoghurt in a bowl. Season with freshly ground black pepper.

Once the potatoes are completely cold add the the spring onions & dressing & mix well to make sure everything is well coated.

Serve immediately or cover & keep in the fridge until needed.

So there you have it, two delicious side dishes that would be a welcome addition to any table!!

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