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Red Cabbage and Apple Slaw Recipe

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This vibrant Red Cabbage and Apple Slaw combines crisp cabbage, tart granny smith apples, fresh herbs, and a zesty lime-mayo dressing. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or topping for sandwiches and tacos, this easy no-cook slaw is bright, flavorful, and ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Slaw

  • ½ red cabbage, finely shaved
  • 2 Granny Smith apples, cut into matchsticks
  • ½ red onion, very thinly sliced
  • 1 cup loosely packed cilantro, roughly chopped
  • ½ cup loosely packed mint leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped

Dressing

  • 1 teaspoon lime zest (from 1 lime)
  • 1½ teaspoons lime juice (from 1 lime), plus more to taste
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the finely shaved red cabbage, matchstick-cut Granny Smith apples, thinly sliced red onion, chopped cilantro, chopped mint leaves, seeded and finely chopped jalapeño, lime zest, lime juice, mayonnaise, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Stir thoroughly to evenly coat all the ingredients in the dressing.
  2. Chill the slaw: Cover the bowl tightly and place it in the refrigerator. Let the slaw chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the ingredients to soften slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Use Granny Smith apples for their tartness and crisp texture which balance the sweetness and acidity in this slaw.
  • Adjust jalapeño quantity to control spiciness, or omit for a milder flavor.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute mayonnaise with a vegan mayo.
  • This slaw can be made a few hours ahead and stored covered in the fridge; stir before serving.
  • Serve it as a side with grilled meats, or as a crunchy topping on sandwiches and tacos.

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