Franco American Apple Slaw
Elevate your next meal with Franco American Apple Slaw, a vibrant and refreshing side dish that perfectly marries French-inspired elegance with American comfort. This colorful slaw features a crisp blend of green and red cabbage, julienned Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples, and grated carrot, all tossed in a tangy apple cider Dijon vinaigrette sweetened with a touch of honey. Chopped fresh parsley adds a burst of herbal brightness, while optional toasted pecans provide a delightful crunch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a fresh complement to rich main courses. Whether served immediately or chilled for later, this apple slaw is a simple yet sophisticated dish that’s sure to impress! Keywords: apple slaw recipe, cabbage slaw, Dijon vinaigrette, picnic side dish, healthy slaw recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (shredded) Green cabbage
- 2 cups (shredded) Red cabbage
- 1 large (julienned) Granny Smith apple
- 1 large (julienned) Honeycrisp apple
- 1 medium (grated) Carrot
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 2 teaspoons French Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup (optional, chopped and toasted) Pecans
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, shredded red cabbage, julienned Granny Smith apple, julienned Honeycrisp apple, and grated carrot.
Add the chopped fresh parsley to the bowl and mix gently to incorporate.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
Pour the vinaigrette over the cabbage and apple mixture. Toss thoroughly to ensure the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.
If desired, fold in the chopped and toasted pecans for added texture and crunch.
Let the slaw sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or chilled for later use. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1191 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 79.9 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1557 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.0 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.2 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 84.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 280 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1883 mg | 40% | |
*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.
