Cranberry Apple Coleslaw
This cranberry apple coleslaw is a tasty twist on traditional coleslaw! Sweet apples and tart cranberries combine with crunchy green cabbage, carrots, and homemade coleslaw dressing to create an easy and delicious side dish for any occasion!
This creamy coleslaw is the perfect crunchy salad to add to any weeknight dinner, or to add to your holiday menu! It is a great twist on classic coleslaw with the addition of fall flavors and fresh ingredients like tart apples and cranberries!
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Why we love this recipe-
It is easy! We made this recipe using bagged coleslaw which makes it super easy! No need for chopping cabbage! It helps this salad come together quickly!
You can use your favorite apples! I used fuji apples in my slaw but you can use any apple you’d like! For a sweeter taste you can use red apples like red delicious or Macintosh. Or you can a more tart apple like a granny smith. Crunchy apples like honey crisp are also delicious in this crunchy slaw!
It is super versatile! This coleslaw salad is a healthy side dish for any occasion! Serve it aside your favorite main dish for a tasty weeknight meal. Or it is a great side to take to any holiday gathering or party!
Variations-
This recipe is delicious and always gets rave reviews, but you can tweak it a bit if you’d like for a fun twist!
Add green onions- If you enjoy your salads a little more on the savory side chop up a few green onions and add to your coleslaw!
Use lemon juice in the dressing- If you don’t like the tartness of apple cider vinegar lemon juice works well too! Fresh is best! It still makes a tangy dressing but not quite as strong!
Swap the almonds for other nuts- Not a fan of almonds? Try chopped pecans or walnuts in this recipe!
Ingredients for this coleslaw
1 Bag Coleslaw Mix
2 Medium Size Apples
1/2 Cup Dried Cranberries
1/2 Cup Shredded Carrots
1/3 Cup Sliced Almonds
For the dressing
1/2 Cup Mayonnaise
1/3 Cup Sour Cream
2 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
3 Tbsp Honey
First we’re going to make the dressing. In a small bowl combine mayonnaise and sour cream, stir to mix well. Add in the apple cider vinegar and honey, continue mixing until everything is well incorporated.
Next it is time to cut the apples. Quarter the apples and remove the core. Slice the quarters in thin slices and then cut them in half.
Place coleslaw mix, shredded carrots, chopped apples, almonds and cranberries in a large bowl. Toss to to mix well.
Pour the coleslaw dressing over the coleslaw mixture and stir until all of the veggies are evenly coated with the dressing.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate.
Cranberry Apple Coleslaw
Ingredients
- 1 Bag Coleslaw Mix
- 2 Medium Size Apples
- 1/2 Cup Dried Cranberries
- 1/2 Cup Shredded Carrots
- 1/3 Cup Sliced Almonds
- For the dressing
- 1/2 Cup Mayonnaise
- 1/3 Cup Sour Cream
- 2 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
- 3 Tbsp Honey
Instructions
- First we’re going to make the dressing. In a small bowl combine mayonnaise and sour cream, stir to mix well. Add in the apple cider vinegar and honey, continue mixing until everything is well incorporated.
- Next it is time to cut the apples. Quarter the apples and remove the core. Slice the quarters in thin slices and then cut them in half.
- Place coleslaw mix, shredded carrots, chopped apples, almonds and cranberries in a large bowl. Toss to to mix well.
- Pour the coleslaw dressing over the coleslaw mixture and stir until all of the veggies are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate.
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