Description
A colorful and refreshing twist on traditional coleslaw, this Cranberry Apple Coleslaw combines crisp cabbage, sweet apples, and tart cranberries in a creamy, tangy dressing. It’s a crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for everything from BBQs to holiday meals. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch option, healthy snack, or vibrant side for dinner ideas, this easy recipe brings bold flavor and fresh texture to your table.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups green cabbage, finely shredded
1 ½ cups red cabbage, finely shredded
1 cup carrots, shredded
1 large Honeycrisp or Fuji apple, thinly sliced
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon celery seed
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Shred green and red cabbage using a mandoline or sharp knife. Shred carrots and slice the apple into thin matchsticks.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, celery seed, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots, apple slices, and dried cranberries.
4. Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss until evenly coated.
5. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra crunch, add chopped walnuts or pecans before serving.
You can substitute Greek yogurt for part or all of the mayonnaise for a lighter version.
This slaw tastes even better the next day after the flavors meld together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 6mg