Apple Cranberry Slaw
A fresh, crunchy, and flavorful slaw made with crisp apples, tart cranberries, shredded cabbage, carrots, and toasted almonds, all tossed in a creamy, sweet, and tangy dressing. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, or as a vibrant side dish.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.75 cup plain Greek yogurt use Fage or similar thick yogurt
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 6.5 cup shredded cabbage about 16 oz, packed
- 1.5 cup matchstick carrots
- 2 large Gala apples sliced into matchsticks (~3 cups)
- 0.5 cup sliced green onions
- 0.75 cup sliced almonds toasted preferred
- 0.75 cup dried cranberries
- 0.75 cup crumbled feta cheese optional; can substitute blue cheese or sharp cheddar
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, and apple cider vinegar until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, apples, green onions, almonds, dried cranberries, and optional cheese.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well to evenly coat. Serve immediately or chill for up to 4 hours before serving for best texture and freshness.
Notes
For a less sweet version, reduce honey to 3 tablespoons. Toasted slivered almonds add a nice crunch and depth of flavor. Avoid storing longer than 8 hours to maintain crispness.