Description
A refreshing and crunchy Apple Coleslaw recipe that combines the sweetness of apples with the tangy flavors of a classic slaw dressing. Perfect as a side dish for summer barbecues or alongside grilled meats or fish tacos.
Ingredients
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For the Coleslaw:
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 large carrot, shredded
- 1 large apple (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), julienned or finely chopped
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
For the Dressing:
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrot, chopped apple, and green onions.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend.
- Serve chilled as a side dish.
Notes
- To prevent the apples from browning, toss them with the lemon juice before adding to the slaw.
- For a tangier slaw, increase the vinegar slightly.
- This coleslaw pairs perfectly with pulled pork, grilled chicken, or fish tacos.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
