Description
Zesty red cabbage coleslaw with apple & parmesan delivers a crisp, tangy symphony of flavors. Parmesan cheese and fresh apple elevate this classic salad, promising crunch and subtle sweetness for hungry palates.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml / 8 oz) Parmesan cheese, shredded, loosely packed
- 1 cup (240 ml / 8 oz) mayonnaise
- ½ medium head red cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 red apple, cut into small cubes or strips
- 1 medium to large carrot
- 1 red capsicum, sliced into thin, short strips
- ⅓ cup (80 ml / 2.7 oz) yoghurt
- ¼ large red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
Instructions
- Prep Vegetables: Trim red cabbage into manageable wedges, remove core, and slice into ultra-thin strips, cutting longer pieces in half for uniform size. Grate carrot into delicate ribbons and dice apples into small cubes.
- Combine Base: Transfer shredded cabbage to a large mixing bowl, add grated carrots, diced apples, finely minced onion, and sliced red peppers. Create a colorful vegetable foundation.
- Cheese Integration: Generously sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan across the vegetable medley, allowing the cheese to nestle between the crisp ingredients.
- Dressing Creation: Whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, mustard, and seasonings until smooth and well-blended. Ensure a creamy consistency that will embrace the vegetables.
- Final Fusion: Pour dressing over the vegetable mixture, using hands or a utensil to thoroughly coat each ingredient. Ensure every morsel is deliciously dressed and evenly distributed.
- Finishing Touch: Garnish with fresh dill or alternative herbs to enhance visual appeal and add a fragrant dimension. Serve immediately to maintain crisp textures and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Slice with Precision: Use a sharp knife or mandoline to create uniform, paper-thin cabbage strips for perfect texture and even dressing coverage.
- Prevent Browning: Toss apple pieces immediately after cutting with a splash of lemon juice to maintain their fresh, bright appearance and prevent oxidation.
- Chill for Flavor Fusion: Refrigerate the coleslaw for 30 minutes before serving to allow ingredients to meld and enhance overall taste profile.
- Customize Your Crunch: Experiment with adding toasted nuts or seeds for extra texture and depth of flavor, making the dish uniquely yours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg