Description
Cranberry almond thanksgiving slaw delivers a refreshing twist on classic holiday sides with crisp textures and tangy flavors. Festive ingredients blend seamlessly to create a memorable dish that delights palates at any seasonal gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (946 ml) green cabbage, shredded
- 2 cups (473 ml) red cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup (237 ml) carrots, shredded
- ½ cup (118 ml) almonds, sliced
- ½ cup (118 ml) cranberries, dried
- ¼ cup (59 ml) parsley, fresh, chopped
- ¼ cup (59 ml) olive oil
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) honey
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) salt
- ¼ tsp (1.25 ml) black pepper
Instructions
- Vegetable Preparation: Combine shredded green and red cabbage, grated carrots, and finely chopped fresh parsley in a large mixing bowl, creating a vibrant and textural foundation for the slaw.
- Flavor Incorporation: Scatter dried cranberries and sliced almonds throughout the vegetable mixture, ensuring an even distribution for balanced taste and mouthfeel.
- Dressing Creation: Whisk apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper into a smooth, emulsified dressing that will bind and enhance the slaw’s components.
- Flavor Melding: Gently toss the vegetables with the prepared dressing, coating each ingredient thoroughly and allowing the flavors to intermingle and develop depth.
- Resting and Serving: Let the slaw rest for 20 minutes at room temperature to allow the ingredients to marinate, then serve as a festive and refreshing side dish that showcases a harmonious blend of crisp textures and complementary flavors.
Notes
- Maintain Crunch: Let slaw rest briefly before serving to prevent vegetables from becoming soggy, preserving the crisp texture of cabbage and almonds.
- Customize Dressing: Adjust honey and vinegar ratios to control sweetness and tanginess, tailoring the flavor profile to personal preference or dietary needs.
- Enhance Nutrition: Consider adding protein-rich quinoa or grilled chicken to transform this side dish into a complete, balanced meal for health-conscious eaters.
- Adjust Dietary Restrictions: Swap honey with maple syrup for vegan version, or use gluten-free Dijon mustard to accommodate different dietary requirements.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg