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Cranberry Almond Thanksgiving Slaw

A vibrant and crunchy slaw that combines crisp cabbages, sweet apples, tart cranberries, and toasted almonds, perfect for balancing a hearty Thanksgiving meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the slaw
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 2 cups shredded red cabbage
  • 2 large carrots, shredded
  • 2 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Gala), sliced Can substitute with other apple varieties.
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds (toasted)
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the dressing
  • 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

Method
 

Prepare the Vegetables and Fruits
  1. Shred the green and red cabbage into thin strips.
  2. Peel and shred the carrots.
  3. Slice the apples into thin sticks and toss them with a bit of lemon juice to keep them from browning.
Toast the Almonds
  1. In a dry pan over medium heat, toast the sliced almonds for a few minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
Mix the Slaw
  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, carrots, apples, toasted almonds, and dried cranberries.
  2. Add the chopped parsley and toss gently to mix.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Dress the Slaw
  1. Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss gently until everything is well combined.
  2. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 50mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. If the slaw becomes soft, give it a good toss before serving again. Feel free to switch up the types of apples or incorporate other nuts.

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