Easy Fruity Coleslaw With Crunchy Apples and Raisins
Apple in Coleslaw? Why not. This alternative coleslaw recipe tastes really fresh and sweet, perfect side dish any night of the week. So quick and easy, just mix it and go. Trust me, you will never want to buy readymade coleslaw again.
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Servings: 6
Calories: 239kcal
Ingredients
- 100 g Red Cabbage
- 100 g White Cabbage
- 1 Medium Carrot
- 2 Sticks Celery
- 1 Apple
- 70 g Raisins
- 150 g Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp White Sugar
- 2 tsp Lemon Juice
- 1 tsp Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- Sea Salt and Coarse Black Pepper , to taste
Instructions
- Finely slice both the red and white cabbage, placing them into a large mixing bowl.
- Peel and grate the carrot, adding it to the bowl with the cabbage.
- Chop the celery into small chunks and include them in the bowl.
- If desired, peel the apple and finely slice. Add it to the mixture.
- Add the raisins to the bowl and thoroughly mix all the ingredients to ensure an even distribution.
- In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise with white sugar, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Incorporate the mayonnaise mixture into the bowl with the other ingredients ensuring everything is well-coated.
- Cover the bowl with clingfilm and refrigerate for approximately 2 hours. This allows the flavours to meld, and the cabbage to soften slightly.
Recipe Notes
- Freshness Matters: Choose fresh fruit and crisp vegetables at their peak—cabbages, celery, carrot, and apple for the best texture and flavour.
- Uniform Slicing: Ensure even distribution of flavours and textures by aiming for uniform slicing and chopping throughout the coleslaw.
- Balance the Dressing: Prioritize flavour by tasting and adjusting the dressing for sweetness, acidity, and seasoning before adding it to the vegetables.
- Let it Marinate: Enhance flavours and let the cabbage absorb the dressing by marinating coleslaw in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Taste and Adjust: Before serving, taste and tweak seasoning if needed; flavours may mellow or intensify during chilling.
- Serve at the Right Temperature: Enjoy the best taste and texture by serving coleslaw chilled but not overly cold. Take it out a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Estimate
Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.05g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 229mg | Potassium: 273mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1994IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg