Cranberry Apple Coleslaw: A Delicious & Healthy Recipe
Cranberry Apple Coleslaw: A Delicious & Healthy Recipe is the perfect addition to your meal rotation! This vibrant side dish combines the sweetness of apples with the tartness of cranberries, creating a refreshing crunch that everyone will love. With its creamy dressing and colorful ingredients, this coleslaw not only looks appetizing but also provides a nutritious boost to your meals. Whether you’re serving it at a summer barbecue or as part of a cozy winter dinner, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress your guests. Plus, it’s ready in just 20 minutes and can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head green cabbage, finely shredded
- 2 medium apples, cored and diced
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon celery seeds
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thinly slice the cabbage and place it in a large bowl.
- Core and dice the apples, adding them to the cabbage.
- Mix in dried cranberries and optional nuts for extra crunch.
- Chop fresh parsley finely and add it to the bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Season the dressing with celery seeds, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg