Cranberry Almond Thanksgiving Slaw Recipe
This Cranberry Almond Thanksgiving Slaw Recipe is a delightful and vibrant addition to your holiday table. With its crunchy textures and sweet-tart flavors, this slaw provides a refreshing contrast to heavier holiday dishes. Combining shredded green and red cabbage with juicy apples, toasted almonds, and dried cranberries, it’s dressed in a zesty apple cider vinaigrette that brightens every bite. Perfect for family gatherings or potlucks, this healthy side dish can be made ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld beautifully. Enjoy the essence of autumn in every serving with this easy-to-make slaw.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage
- 2 large carrots, shredded
- 2 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Gala), sliced
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds (toasted)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Shred the green and red cabbage; peel and shred the carrots. Slice apples and toss with lemon juice.
- Toast almonds in a dry pan over medium heat until golden.
- In a large bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, apples, toasted almonds, cranberries, and parsley; toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients until combined.
- Pour dressing over slaw mixture; toss gently to coat evenly.
- Let sit for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg