Green Cabbage and Apple Slaw (Printable Page)

Crisp shredded cabbage and tart apples tossed in a light, tangy dressing for a refreshing side.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables & Fruit

01 - 4 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
02 - 1 large tart apple (such as Granny Smith), julienned or shredded
03 - 1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
04 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Dressing

05 - 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
06 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
07 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1 tablespoon honey
09 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Additions

11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
12 - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds

# Steps:

01 - Combine the shredded cabbage, apple, carrot, and green onions in a large mixing bowl.
02 - Whisk together the apple cider vinegar, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth and emulsified.
03 - Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
04 - Stir in parsley and poppy seeds, if using.
05 - Taste the slaw and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
06 - Serve immediately for extra crunch, or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The crunch stays perfect for hours unlike soggy slaw from the store
  • You probably have everything in your fridge right now
  • Takes 15 minutes from start to serving bowl
02 -
  • Salt your cabbage slightly before dressing if you want it extra crisp
  • The apples will oxidize slightly but the dressing hides any browning
  • This slaw holds up beautifully for days unlike lettuce based salads
03 -
  • Use a mandoline for paper thin apple slices that almost melt in your mouth
  • Let the dressed slaw sit for 15 minutes before serving for the best flavor integration
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