Crunchy Autumn Apple Slaw
Celebrate the crisp flavors of fall with this Crunchy Autumn Apple Slaw—a vibrant and refreshing side dish that’s bursting with seasonal goodness. This colorful medley features a perfect balance of tart green apples, sweet red apples, and the earthy crunch of green and red cabbage, all brought together with grated carrots, a sprinkle of fresh parsley, and the nutty bite of toasted sunflower seeds. Tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard, this slaw offers a harmonious combination of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. Ready in just 20 minutes and served chilled, it's the ultimate companion for cozy autumn meals, perfect as a side dish or a crisp topping for sandwiches and tacos. Healthy, flavorful, and full of texture, this apple slaw is your next fall favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Green apple
- 1 large Red apple
- 3 cups Shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups Shredded red cabbage
- 2 medium Carrot
- 0.25 cup Chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup Toasted sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Core and thinly slice the green apples and red apple into matchstick-sized pieces or julienne strips. Set them aside in a large mixing bowl.
Shred the green and red cabbages and add them to the bowl with the apples.
Peel and grate the carrots, then mix them into the bowl along with the chopped parsley and toasted sunflower seeds.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the apple, cabbage, and carrot mixture. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to your liking.
Refrigerate the slaw for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the Crunchy Autumn Apple Slaw chilled as a side dish or atop sandwiches or tacos for extra crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
270 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.6 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 374 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.3 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 377 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
