Apple Coleslaw | A rich cuisine

Memories of coleslaw from my youth…

I used to never like coleslaw. Memories of coleslaw from my childhood include KFC dinners my dad would bring home, complete with mashed potatoes, gravy, a bun, and soupy coleslaw. I don’t think my mom has ever made coleslaw and I was grateful as my only experience with coleslaw was the takeout kind!

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Fast forward a few years later when I hesitantly ate coleslaw at a local SLC restaurant and loved it! It was nothing like that dripping coleslaw from my youth. The restaurant’s grown-up version of the coleslaw was chunks of fruit and raisins with a light, sweet dressing. It was one of those recipes that I knew needed to be replicated at home. One bite of this quick and easy fruit-filled coleslaw will make you a fan for life!

Apple and Cabbage Slaw now a classic family favorite!

I’ve been making this apple slaw for years and it’s our family favorite. The dressing is so, so easy to put together. Our Apple Slaw Slaw recipe consists of a few basic ingredients: cabbage, carrots (or a pre-cut bag of slaw mix), the ingredients for the dressing, fresh apples, golden raisins, and a little celery seed. Whisk together the dressing, place the cabbage and fruit in a bowl and toss to combine. That’s it! If you have 10 minutes, you can make this amazing coleslaw.

Coleslaw – the easiest side dish ever

Apple slaw slaw is probably the easiest side of a barbecue you’ll ever cook. If you can chop and smash, this salad will be your new go-to! It’s crunchy and a little creamy, sweet and a little tart. I think you’ll agree that it’s the best coleslaw you’ve ever eaten and easily the best coleslaw you’ve ever made! You’ll never turn your nose up at coleslaw again. Promise.

If you’re looking for other awesome recipes to serve as a side at your next barbecue, try Baked Beans with Dutch Oven Molasses (can also be made in an oven), Mexican Street Corn Salad, or our all-time favorite Potato Salad!

Apple and Cabbage Slaw was originally released in September 2009. Updated recipe post and photos.

apple and coleslaw

The best easy coleslaw updated with chunks of fresh apple and golden raisins. The dressing is light and delicious without overwhelming the coleslaw!

author Si Foster, A rich cuisine

ingredients

• 1/2
  large head cabbage
  or 1 1/2 bags of coleslaw mix sold near bagged greens
• 2
  big carrots
  grated (omit if using bag mixes)
• 1-2
  apples
  I like Fuji washed, gutted, chopped (peel)
• 1/3
  Cup
  Golden Raisins
  more or less depending on whether you are a raisin lover
• 1/4
  Cup
  Craisins
  Optional
• 3/4
  Cup
  mayonnaise
  not easy! I like Best Foods or Hellman’s
• 1/4
  Cup
  Apple Cider Vinegar
• 2-3
  tablespoon
  sugar
  taste
• 3
  teaspoon
  celery seed

instructions

1. Wash and chop cabbage. Place cabbage in a large bowl.

2. Add carrots, apples, golden raisins, and craisins (if using).

3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and sugar until the sugar has dissolved. If you like the dressing tart, add vinegar a tablespoon at a time. If you like your coleslaw dressing sweet, add more sugar. Stir until the sugar has dissolved

4. When the dressing is well mixed, add the celery seeds.

5. Pour the dressing over the cabbage and fruit.

6. This salad tastes best when refrigerated for at least an hour, but can also be made just before serving.

recipe notes

-This salad can be prepared a day before serving. If going ahead, add the raisins and apples just before serving and toss again. If too much liquid has collected, pour off excess liquid.

– Make sure the celery seeds haven’t expired! This is an item that is often bought, used, and then shoved in the back of the closet for a year or two. Taste them to make sure they aren’t bitter before using them when the expiration date is near! I once added bitter celery seeds and had to throw out a whole batch of coleslaw.