Bright, crisp, and bursting with flavor, this Red Cabbage Cranberry and Apple Slaw is a refreshing twist on classic coleslaw. Featuring a vibrant mix of shredded red cabbage, sweet-tart green apple, dried cranberries, and crunchy carrots, this colorful side dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. The tangy apple cider vinegar dressing, lightly sweetened with honey and balanced with Dijon mustard, ties the ingredients together with a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Fresh parsley and a touch of red onion add a pop of freshness, while the no-cook preparation makes this slaw a quick and easy addition to any meal. Serve it chilled or at room temperature as a light side dish, a topping for sandwiches, or even as part of your holiday table spread. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, and weeknight meals, this slaw is a healthy and flavorful way to elevate your plate. Keywords: red cabbage slaw, cranberry apple salad, healthy side dish, easy coleslaw recipe, fresh vegetable slaw.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded red cabbage, julienned apple, dried cranberries, shredded carrot, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped fresh parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss well to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Let the slaw sit for about 10 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld together.
Give the slaw a final toss before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or sandwich topping.
Calories |
1012 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 29.6 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1393 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.1 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 155.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 634 mg | 13% | |
*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.