Description
This Crisp & Tangy Apple Cranberry Coleslaw is the perfect blend of sweet, tart, and crunchy flavors. A must-try refreshing side dish!
Ingredients
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For the Slaw:
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage
- 1 large Granny Smith apple, julienned
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple, julienned
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
For the Dressing:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp celery seed (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash, peel, and chop the apples, cabbage, and other fresh ingredients.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or mayo), apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and celery seed until well combined.
- Assemble the Slaw: In a large bowl, combine green cabbage, red cabbage, apples, carrots, cranberries, pecans, and red onion. Toss to mix.
- Add the Dressing: Drizzle the dressing over the coleslaw and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled.
Notes
✅ Use fresh, crisp apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best balance of sweet and tart flavors.
✅ Slice thinly using a mandoline slicer for even texture.
✅ Let it chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.
✅ Adjust sweetness by tweaking the honey or vinegar levels to taste.
✅ For extra crunch, add sunflower seeds, almonds, or toasted pepitas.
✅ Make it ahead – it stays fresh for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (No cooking required)