Description
Bright, crunchy, and full of flavor, Cabbage, Apple & Almond Slaw is the perfect side dish for any meal. With fresh green and red cabbage, sweet apples, nutty toasted almonds, and a tangy honey-Dijon dressing, this vibrant slaw is as easy to make as it is delicious. It’s a crowd-pleaser for picnics, potlucks, or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Slaw:
- 4 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
- 2 cups red cabbage, finely shredded
- 2 medium apples, thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
- 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
For the Dressing:
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Prepare the Ingredients
- Shred the green and red cabbage finely using a sharp knife, mandoline slicer, or food processor.
- Slice the apples thinly into matchsticks or small wedges.
- Toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant.
- Thinly slice the green onions.
2. Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your preference.
3. Assemble the Slaw
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, sliced apples, toasted almonds, and green onions.
- Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss everything together until evenly coated.
4. Serve and Enjoy
- Transfer the slaw to a serving dish and garnish with extra almonds or apple slices for a decorative touch.
- Serve immediately for maximum crunch, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld.
Notes
- For the best texture, serve the slaw fresh or within a few hours of preparation.
- To prevent the apples from browning, toss them in a little lemon juice before adding them to the slaw.
- Make the slaw vegan by substituting mayonnaise with a plant-based version and honey with maple syrup.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, though the cabbage may soften over time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American