Apple Cranberry Pecan Coleslaw Recipe
A fresh and vibrant Apple Coleslaw with Cranberries and Pecans, perfect for a quick and flavorful side dish. This coleslaw combines crisp cabbage, sweet apples, tart cranberries, and crunchy candied pecans tossed in a tangy balsamic and maple syrup dressing, creating a delightful balance of textures and flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dressing
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (plus more if needed)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (plus more if needed)
Slaw
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage (from about ½ head of cabbage)
- 1 large apple, cut into matchsticks (any kind will work)
- ½ cup thinly sliced red onion (from about ½ of a medium onion)
- ½ cup dried cranberries (sweetened)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- ½ cup candied pecans, chopped (see notes for alternatives)
Instructions
- Make the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, balsamic vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, maple syrup, kosher salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and emulsified, creating a flavorful base for the coleslaw.
- Prepare the Ingredients: Add the shredded green cabbage, apple matchsticks, thinly sliced red onion, dried cranberries, chopped fresh parsley, and chopped candied pecans to the bowl with the dressing. These ingredients provide a mix of texture and sweetness to the dish.
- Mix and Season: Use tongs to thoroughly toss all the ingredients together, ensuring the dressing evenly coats every component. Taste the coleslaw and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the coleslaw immediately for a crisp, fresh texture, or cover and refrigerate it for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together for a more developed taste.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, substitute candied pecans with roasted pumpkin seeds or omit nuts altogether.
- This coleslaw is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- Use any apple variety you prefer; tart apples like Granny Smith add more tang, while sweeter apples add more sweetness.
- Adjust the maple syrup to control the sweetness in the dressing to your taste.
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