Description
Crisp apple slaw with cranberry brings together sweet and tangy flavors in a refreshing side dish. Crunchy apples and tart cranberries create a delightful salad you can enjoy alongside grilled meats or as a light lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 red and firm apples
- 2 cups (480 ml/16 fl oz) cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup (240 ml/8 fl oz) carrot, shredded
- ⅓ cup (80 ml/2.7 fl oz) celery, thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup (80 ml/2.7 fl oz) dried cranberries
- ⅓ cup (80 ml/2.7 fl oz) sliced almonds
- ½ cup (120 ml/4 fl oz) Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup (60 ml/2 fl oz) mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp (15 ml/0.5 fl oz) apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsps (30 ml/1 fl oz) honey
- 1 tsp (5 ml/0.17 fl oz) Dijon mustard
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dressing Preparation: Whisk vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth, allowing flavors to blend and develop a harmonious profile.
- Vegetable and Fruit Composition: Core and julienne apples, thinly slice cabbage, and chop cranberries, combining them in a large mixing bowl to create a vibrant, textural base.
- Flavor Fusion: Pour prepared dressing over the slaw mixture, gently tossing with a spatula to ensure each ingredient is evenly coated and saturated with the tangy vinaigrette.
- Resting and Marinating: Let the slaw sit for 15-20 minutes at room temperature, enabling the flavors to meld and the vegetables to slightly soften while maintaining their crisp texture.
- Final Presentation: Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with chopped fresh parsley or toasted almonds for an added layer of crunch and visual appeal, then serve chilled or at ambient temperature.
Notes
- Prep Ahead Tip: Chop apples and mix dressing up to 2 hours before serving to maintain freshness and prevent browning.
- Slice Technique: Use a sharp mandoline or knife to create thin, uniform apple slices for consistent texture and elegant presentation.
- Dressing Balance: Whisk dressing ingredients thoroughly to ensure smooth blending and prevent separation of oil and vinegar.
- Serving Suggestion: Chill slaw for 15-30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and enhance overall taste profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg