Cranberry Apple Coleslaw: A Delicious & Healthy Recipe
Cranberry Apple Coleslaw: A Delicious & Healthy Recipe is a vibrant and refreshing salad that perfectly marries sweet and tangy flavors. This coleslaw transforms ordinary meals into extraordinary ones, making it ideal for gatherings, picnics, or quick weekday dinners. With its crunchy texture from fresh cabbage and apples, complemented by creamy dressing and the delightful chew of dried cranberries and nuts, it’s a dish everyone will love. Best of all, it’s quick to prepare, nutritious, and can be made ahead of time for a flavor-packed side that stands out on any table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head green cabbage (about 6 cups), finely shredded
- 2 medium apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or Fuji), cored and diced
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thinly slice the cabbage using a sharp knife or mandoline; place in a large mixing bowl.
- Core and dice the apples; add to the bowl with cabbage.
- Add dried cranberries and optional chopped nuts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture; toss gently until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg