Apple Cranberry Coleslaw
Looking for a vibrant and refreshing side dish that complements any meal? This Apple Cranberry Coleslaw is your answer! With its crunchy green cabbage, sweet apples, and tangy cranberries, this coleslaw is not only a feast for the eyes but also for the taste buds. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or family dinners, it takes just 15 minutes to prepare. Plus, it’s an excellent way to sneak in some extra fruits and veggies into your diet. Enjoy the delicious balance of flavors and textures that this coleslaw brings to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 large apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), julienned
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds or sunflower seeds (optional)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cabbage, julienned apple, dried cranberries, and optional nuts or seeds.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the coleslaw mixture and toss until well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg