It may sound like an unusual combination, but Apple Cranberry Coleslaw is a delicious and versatile salad that will make a great addition to any meal. Whether you’re looking for a crunchy, tart side dish to eat with your favorite protein or hoping to find an easy and healthy way to jazz up your lunchbox, this sweet and savory recipe will satisfy even the pickiest of eaters.
This Apple Cranberry Coleslaw is a flavor-packed, seasonal side dish that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With its simple preparation and mix of textures, this is a dish that can be enjoyed year-round. It combines tart cranberries, sweet apples, crunchy nuts, and creamy mayonnaise for a unique culinary experience.
Overall, Apple Cranberry Coleslaw is a delicious, nutritious, and easy to make dish that can be enjoyed by everyone. It’s the perfect accompaniment to any fall meal!
What is Apple Cranberry Coleslaw?
Apple Cranberry Coleslaw is a refreshing and zesty side dish that combines the crispness of coleslaw with the tart sweetness of apples and cranberries. This unique blend provides a balance of flavors, making it an enjoyable addition to any meal. It’s a versatile dish that can be served at picnics, barbecues, family gatherings, and even holiday meals.
The addition of apples and cranberries not only provides a burst of flavor, but also adds a colorful aesthetic aspect, making the dish visually appealing. Nutritious and easy to prepare, Apple Cranberry Coleslaw offers an enticing alternative to traditional coleslaw.
Ingredients
- Shredded cabbage
- Cosmic Crisp Apples
- Ocean Spray® Craisins® Original Dried Cranberries
- Mayonnaise
- Apple cider vinegar
- Honey
- Salt
- Black pepper
How to make Apple Cranberry Coleslaw
In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, sliced apples, and dried cranberries.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage, apple, and cranberry mixture. Toss everything together until the coleslaw is evenly coated with the dressing.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 60 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a delicious side dish or topping for sandwiches and burgers .Enjoy your homemade Apple Cranberry Coleslaw!
Tools For This Recipe
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- Pyrex glass mixing bowl – The Pyrex Glass Mixing Bowl is handy to store in the fridge and freezer when you need to freeze contents or keep them fresh.
- Silicone Mixing Spoon–The perfect spoons to keep your nonstick pans scratch free. Silicone Whisk– These whisks work great and they keep my pans scratch-free.
- Large Rosti Bowl– I love my Rosti bowls, they’re durable, versatile, non-slip and have their own lids. I use these bowls for just about every meal I cook.
Apple Cranberry Coleslaw
Ingredients
- 5 cups of shredded cabbage
- 2 medium cosmic crisp apples
- 1/2 cup of dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, sliced apples, and dried cranberries.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage, apple, and cranberry mixture. Toss everything together until the coleslaw is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 60 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled as a delicious side dish or topping for sandwiches and burgers. Enjoy your homemade Apple Cranberry Coleslaw!
