Description
Father’s Day Apple Slaw with Honey Dijon is a refreshing and colorful salad that perfectly balances crunchy green apples, vibrant red cabbage, and sweet carrots, all drizzled with a delightful honey Dijon dressing. This slaw is an ideal companion for summer barbecues and family gatherings, adding a sweet and tangy element to your meals. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this dish ensures smiles at the dinner table while providing a nutritious option everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups green apples, thinly sliced
- 3 cups red cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, grated
- 1/4 cup honey Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Optional: 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Wash and slice the apples, shred the cabbage, and grate the carrots.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil until combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced apples, shredded cabbage, grated carrots, and optional dried cranberries.
- Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Serve cold and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg