Prep time: 30 minutes

Makes: 6 cups

Ingredients

4 cups water
½ green cabbage, shredded (about 6 cups)
1 medium carrot, shredded or sliced thin (about ½ cup)
¼ medium red onion, sliced thin (about ½ cup)
1 jalapeño pepper or other hot pepper, minced (optional)
½ cup vinegar (try apple cider or distilled white)
½ teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Rinse or scrub fresh vegetables under running water before preparing.
3. Bring water to a boil on high heat.
4. Put cabbage in a colander over the sink. Slowly pour boiling water over the cabbage. Rinse the cabbage with cold water and drain well.
5. In a large bowl, stir together cabbage and remaining ingredients.
6. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
7. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.