Coleslaw Apple Cabbage Salad (Printable)

Refreshing cabbage salad with apples, creamy dressing, and a sweet-tangy balance perfect for any occasion.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables & Fruit

01 - 14 oz white cabbage, finely shredded
02 - 1 large carrot, peeled and grated
03 - 1 large apple, cored and grated (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, place the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, grated apple, and sliced spring onions. If desired, 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 small bowl until smooth.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetable and fruit mixture, then toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Fold in chopped parsley if using.
05 - Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • The apple makes this taste nothing like sad deli coleslaw and everything like a deliberate choice.
  • It's ready in 20 minutes and somehow tastes better the next day.
  • Works as a side to anything from grilled chicken to pulled pork to sandwiches.
02 -
  • If you grate the apple too far in advance, it turns brown and oxidized no matter how much lemon juice you use, so either toss it in lemon juice immediately or grate it last.
  • The cabbage will release water as it sits, so if you made this yesterday, you might need to add an extra spoonful of Greek yogurt or mayonnaise to keep it creamy instead of watery.
03 -
  • Don't let the cabbage sit in the dressing longer than a few hours or it starts to break down and get watery instead of staying crisp and fresh.
  • Make the dressing in a separate bowl first so you can taste and adjust it before it touches the vegetables.
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