Name: Sweet Apple Coleslaw
Ingredients: 3/4 tsp olive or vegetable oil; 1/2 cup red onion (trimmed and diced); 3 Tbsp sugar; 1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar; 3/4 cup granny smith apple (cored and cut into matchsticks (1 1/2″ X 1/8″ X 1/8″)); 1 1/2 cup green cabbage (shredded); 1 1/2 cups red cabbage (shredded); 1/4 tsp celery seed; 1/8 tsp ground black pepper

Sweet Apple Coleslaw

What makes this coleslaw so appealing is the sweet and tart flavor from the apples that adds a complexity and crunch when paired with the caramelized onion vinaigrette. Apples are high in fiber, vitamin C and antioxidants. This dish also gives you some extra servings of fruits and veggies, which will help give you energy to get you through your day.

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Servings side salads

Ingredients

3/4 tsp olive or vegetable oil
1/2 cup red onion trimmed and diced
3 Tbsp sugar
1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
3/4 cup granny smith apple cored and cut into matchsticks (1 1/2″ X 1/8″ X 1/8″)
1 1/2 cup green cabbage shredded
1 1/2 cups red cabbage shredded
1/4 tsp celery seed
1/8 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

In saute pan over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add onion. Saute until caramelized, 10 to 15 minutes.
Add sugar. Cook 2 minutes.
Add vinegar. Stir to deglaze pan. Bring to a boil. Cook until liquid is reduced to syrup consistency, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool.
In large bowl, add caramelized onion vinaigrette and remaining ingredients. Toss to coat.
Cover. Keep chilled for service.

Nutrition

Calories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gFat: 0.5gSaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 10mgFiber: 1g

Course Salads, Sides & Sauces

Keyword vegan, vegetarian

Note: Since everyone’s health history and nutritional needs are so different, please make sure that you talk with your doctor and a registered dietitian to get advice about the diet and exercise plan that‘s right for you.

Sweet Apple Coleslaw