Description

This Cranberry Apple Coleslaw is a delightful blend of crunchy cabbage, sweet apples, and tart cranberries, all enveloped in a creamy dressing. The texture is a perfect balance of crisp and creamy, while the flavors dance between sweet and tangy, making it a refreshing side dish for any meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables:
- 4 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 large carrot, grated
Fruits:
- 1 large apple, cored and julienned (preferably Granny Smith)
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or 1/2 cup dried cranberries)
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, grated carrot, apple, and cranberries.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the coleslaw a good stir and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Notes

This coleslaw can be made a day in advance; just keep it refrigerated until serving.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: side dish
Method: mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10 grams
Sodium: 200 milligrams
Fat: 10 grams
Saturated Fat: 1.5 grams
Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
Trans Fat: 0 grams
Carbohydrates: 15 grams
Fiber: 3 grams
Protein: 2 grams
Cholesterol: 5 milligrams

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