Coleslaw with apple cabbage (Printable)

Refreshing cabbage salad with grated apple and creamy dressing for a sweet, tangy twist.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables & Fruit

01 - 14 oz white cabbage, finely shredded
02 - 1 large carrot, peeled and grated
03 - 1 large apple, cored and grated (preferably 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 Steps:

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

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The apple adds this incredible sweetness that balances the tangy dressing perfectly
  • It comes together in under 20 minutes but tastes like you put way more thought into it
02 -
  • Tossing the apple with a little lemon juice before adding it keeps everything looking fresh
  • Letting it sit for those 15 minutes makes a huge difference in how the flavors come together
03 -
  • Grate the vegetables by hand for the best texture instead of using a food processor
  • Use a box grater for the apple to get those perfect thin ribbons that melt into the slaw
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