Crisp Apple Cabbage Slaw (Printable)
Crisp shredded cabbage and apples in a tangy-sweet dressing. A refreshing 15-minute side perfect for summer gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables & Fruits
01 - 2 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
02 - 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
03 - 2 medium apples (Gala or Granny Smith), julienned or grated
04 - 1 large carrot, peeled and grated
05 - 3 green onions, thinly sliced
→ Dressing
06 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
07 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon honey
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Optional Additions
11 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
12 - 1/4 cup toasted sunflower seeds or walnuts
# How To Make:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, toss together the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, julienned apples, grated carrot, and sliced green onions until evenly distributed.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well blended.
03 - Pour the dressing over the cabbage and apple mixture, tossing thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - If using, fold in the chopped fresh parsley and toasted sunflower seeds or walnuts. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve cold.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The apple brings a brightness and snap that regular coleslaw never quite achieves on its own.
- It comes together in fifteen minutes with zero cooking, which means you can focus your energy on the main course.
02 -
- Once dressed, this slaw is best eaten within a few hours because the apples will start releasing juice and the cabbage will lose its crunch.
- Tossing the julienned apples with a tiny splash of lemon juice before adding them prevents browning without changing the flavor.
03 -
- A mandoline makes shredding the cabbage impossibly thin and uniform, which leads to a more elegant slaw with less effort.
- Toasting the sunflower seeds in a dry skillet for two minutes transforms them from bland to irresistible.