Coleslaw with Apple (Printable)

Cabbage and grated apple combine with a light, creamy dressing for a fresh, crunchy salad.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables & Fruit

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

→ Dressing

05 - 3.5 oz Greek yogurt (or light sour cream)
06 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (light or regular)
07 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
08 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
09 - 1 teaspoon honey
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Additions

11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
12 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice (to prevent apple browning)

# How To Make It:

01 - Place shredded cabbage, grated carrot, grated apple (tossed with lemon juice if using), and sliced spring onions in a large mixing bowl.
02 - Whisk Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl until smooth.
03 - Pour dressing over salad ingredients. Toss thoroughly to evenly coat all components.
04 - Taste the salad and adjust seasoning as needed. Fold in chopped parsley if desired.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The apple brings a gentle sweetness that makes this coleslaw feel less heavy and more like something you genuinely want to eat.
  • It comes together in twenty minutes, which is perfect for when you need a side dish that tastes like you tried but didn't actually spend your evening cooking.
  • The dressing is creamy but light, striking that rare balance between indulgent and refreshing.
02 -
  • If you don't toss this thoroughly, you'll get pockets of undressed cabbage and pockets of mayo, which ruins the whole balance.
  • The lemon juice on the apple isn't optional if you're not serving this immediately; without it, your slaw will turn brown and uninviting within an hour.
03 -
  • Make this slaw a few hours ahead if you can; it actually improves as it sits and the cabbage softens into something almost silky.
  • If you find yourself with leftovers, this keeps beautifully in the fridge for three days, making it perfect for meal prep or for having on hand as an instant side dish.
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