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Apple Cranberry Coleslaw – Homemade Recipe

Apple cranberry coleslaw combines crisp apple, dried cranberries, and crunchy cabbage in a tangy mayonnaise dressing. A short chill lets the flavors come together while keeping the slaw crisp.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
chilling 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the dressing
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
For the slaw
  • 1 bag (14 oz) coleslaw mix
  • 1 apple medium, cored and thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup dried cranberries

Method
 

Make the dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the slaw
  1. In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, apple, and dried cranberries.
  2. Add the dressing and toss until evenly coated.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For the crispest texture, refrigerate the slaw for the full chilling time and toss just before serving. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; freezing is not recommended. For a dairy-free variation, use dairy-free mayonnaise.