Description

This Apple Cranberry Coleslaw is a vibrant and refreshing twist on traditional coleslaw, combining a crunchy 3-color coleslaw mix with sweet chopped apples, dried cranberries, and crunchy walnuts. Tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing made from mayo, yogurt or sour cream, honey, and ground ginger, this salad offers a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and savory flavors. It’s an easy-to-make side dish that’s perfect for lunch, picnics, or as a complement to grilled dishes.

Ingredients

Scale

Coleslaw Mixture

14 oz bag 3-color coleslaw mix
1 large apple, chopped (preferably Honeycrisp or Fuji)
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup chopped walnuts
4 green onions, sliced

Dressing

¾ cup mayonnaise
¾ cup plain yogurt or sour cream
¼ cup honey
¾ tsp dried ground ginger

Instructions

Combine the coleslaw base: In a large bowl, mix together the 3-color coleslaw mix, chopped apple, dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, and sliced green onions until evenly distributed.
Prepare the dressing: In a smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, plain yogurt or sour cream, honey, and dried ground ginger until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
Toss salad with dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the coleslaw mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure every ingredient is coated evenly with the creamy dressing.
Adjust dressing for lighter option: For a lighter coleslaw, reduce the amounts of mayonnaise and yogurt or sour cream as desired, then toss again.
Chill and serve: Serve the coleslaw immediately for a crisp texture, or refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and intensify before serving.

Notes

Use crisp apples like Honeycrisp or Fuji for the best texture and sweetness.
Walnuts can be toasted for enhanced flavor if desired.
The coleslaw can be prepared a few hours ahead and refrigerated to meld flavors.
For a dairy-free option, substitute the yogurt or sour cream with a plant-based alternative.
Adjust honey or ginger quantities based on sweetness and spice preference.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: apple coleslaw, cranberry salad, fall salad, coleslaw recipe, creamy coleslaw, walnut salad, healthy coleslaw