Vegan Crisp Apple Slaw
Bright, refreshing, and packed with vibrant flavors, this Vegan Crisp Apple Slaw is the ultimate healthy side dish for any occasion. Featuring a delightful mix of green and red cabbage, crunchy carrots, and sweet-tart Granny Smith and red apples, this slaw is bursting with texture and color. The tangy homemade dressing, made with Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of maple syrup, is perfectly balanced and enhanced with the nuttiness of poppy seeds and the freshness of cilantro. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this plant-based masterpiece is ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a zesty topping for tacos and sandwiches. Simple, wholesome, and crowd-pleasing, this slaw brings together crisp produce and bold flavors in a dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups, finely shredded Green cabbage
- 2 cups, finely shredded Red cabbage
- 1 large, grated Carrot
- 1 medium, julienned Granny Smith apple
- 1 medium, julienned Red apple
- 3 stalks, thinly sliced Green onion
- 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Poppy seeds
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, grated carrot, julienned Granny Smith apple, julienned red apple, and sliced green onion.
Add the chopped cilantro to the bowl and gently toss all the ingredients until well mixed.
In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, and olive oil.
Season the dressing with salt and black pepper, then whisk in the poppy seeds.
Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Let the slaw sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
736 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.1 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1677 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.7 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.9 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 389 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1642 mg | 35% | |
*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.
