Coleslaw with Apple (Printable)

A crisp, refreshing blend of shredded cabbage, sweet apples, and tangy creamy dressing for the perfect light side.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables & Fruit

01 - 14 oz white cabbage, finely shredded
02 - 1 large carrot, peeled and grated
03 - 1 large apple, cored and grated
04 - 2 spring onions, finely sliced

→ Dressing

05 - 3.5 oz Greek yogurt
06 - 2 tbsp mayonnaise
07 - 2 tsp Dijon mustard
08 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
09 - 1 tsp honey
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Additions

11 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
12 - 1 tbsp lemon juice

# How-To:

01 - Combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, grated apple, and spring onions in a large mixing bowl. If desired, toss the apple with lemon juice before adding to prevent browning.
02 - Whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper in a separate small bowl until smooth and well combined.
03 - Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to ensure all vegetables and apple are evenly coated.
04 - Taste the coleslaw and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Fold in chopped parsley if using.
05 - Refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The apple adds this incredible brightness that cuts through the creamy dressing perfectly
  • It comes together in literally 20 minutes but tastes like you put way more thought into it
02 -
  • Grating the apple instead of chopping it creates this amazing texture that distributes the sweetness evenly throughout
  • The salad gets even better after sitting for a few hours, so feel free to make it well ahead of time
03 -
  • A box grater is your best friend here for getting perfectly thin apple and carrot shreds
  • Resist the urge to skip the chilling step because it transforms the texture completely
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