Apple Cranberry Coleslaw is the perfect way to mix things up for fall! Loaded with fresh apples, dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, and green onions, this coleslaw is crunchy, sweet, and so delicious!
So today’s the first day of school. And three of mine are going! We have a 5th grader, a 3rd grader, and a kindergartener this year….which means it’s just Myla and me left at home. SUCH a strange feeling. I’ve been waiting for this day for a while now (if you’ve been following me I’m sure you know that) but now that it’s here, I have to admit….I’m not exactly sure what to do with it!
It doesn’t help that Nora got on the bus *literally* kicking and screaming, which leaves me worried about her day in general. And it doesn’t help that we missed “meet & greet” last night, which would have been a key time to make her feel more comfortable about the whole school thing.
But alas, it is what it is. Nora needs to start school and work through her fears. Greta needs to face her friendship concerns and learn to stand up for herself. And Ellia? Well, I’m not too worried about Ellia. She seems to have a great first day every year. So now the question is: how are Myla and I going to spend our days!?
I’m envisioning some reading, some playing, some going to the park, and….soon….some fun fall activities! Like pumpkin farms and apple picking! Which will make for some delicious Apple Cranberry Coleslaw. You know me and my love of salads….and just because summer is coming to an end doesn’t mean that salad season is over! I love how this coleslaw combines a summer classic with two fall flavors – apples and cranberries – for a quick and easy side dish that moves us right from one season to the next.
I see myself making this for Labor Day, fall cookouts, football games, and even holidays. It’s fresh, it’s seasonal, and with all the different colors, I love how bright and beautiful it is! Apple Cranberry Coleslaw for the win! Now here’s hoping the first day of school is a win, too.
Apple Cranberry Coleslaw
Ingredients
- 1 14 oz. bag 3-color coleslaw mix
- 1 large apple chopped
- 1/2 c. dried cranberries
- 1/2 c. chopped walnuts
- 4 green onions sliced
Dressing:
- 3/4 c. lowfat mayo
- 3/4 c. plain yogurt not Greek
- 6 Tbsp. honey
- 3/4 tsp. dried, ground ginger
Instructions
- Combine coleslaw ingredients in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, combine dressing ingredients and mix well.
- Pour dressing over coleslaw and stir until evenly coated.
- *For a less creamy coleslaw, use 1/2 c. mayo, 1/2 c. plain yogurt, 1/4 c. honey, and 1/2 tsp. ginger.
Erin @ Texanerin Baking says
I hope their first day went well! And this looks so very delicious.
Sheena @ Hot Eats and Cool Reads says
I love the sweet and savory flavors in this coleslaw! So perfect for fall!
Annie says
I love this flavor packed fall version of a classic!!
amanda |The Chunky Chef says
Love the Fall twist on the classic summer food 🙂
Jess says
I hope the girls had a great first day! My girls started this past Wednesday and I missed them, how certainly was more quiet ! Is coleslaw looks perfect for Labor Day weekend, thank you for sharing!!
Renee - Kudos Kitchen says
This is the prettiest coleslaw I think I’ve ever seen. Plus I really love all the textures you’ve added. I’m going to make this as soon as I can!
Meg @ With Salt and Wit says
What amazing flavors you have in this! I want some today!
Joanie @ ZagLeft says
I hope everyone had a great first day, Cathy. This salad looks absolutely delicious. I love all the fresh flavors here and I know my family would love it too.
Lynnette says
I’m just curious, why “not Greek”?? This looks beautiful! I can’t wait to try it, but plan to play with the dressing, subbing something for the mayo. Anyway, I was just curious about the yogurt. Thank you! (Beautiful pictures…if it tastes half as good as it looks, it will be amazing!).
Mequila says
Hi, I was wondering if you tried it with just yogurt instead of mayo? Any tips?
Cathy Trochelman says
Hi Mequila, it would work with just yogurt but the taste would be a little different. You would probably need to add more of the seasonings!
Barbara Sweat says
My adult men asked me to keep this recipe; rare request!
Why not “real Greek” yogurt? Sometimes hard to find!
Added 1/2 cup of dried cherries, so very fruit-heavy for Thanksgiving.
Debbie says
Family raved about this dish! New holiday favorite.
Cathy Trochelman says
Yay! Thanks for the feedback, Debbie!
Maylin says
Love this….someone bought it for thanksgiving dinner 2016 & iam planning to do it for my holiday luncheon at wk😊👍
Cathy Trochelman says
So glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for letting me know!
Gail Needham says
Is the ginger fresh grated? Or do you use that much ginger powder?
Dora says
This looks awful good. I would like to try it but what could I use in place of the honey?
Roslyn Scruggs says
There are a zillion kinds of apples in the supermarkets and farmers markets when fall arrives. Which apple did you use and will the apples brown if the salad is made and kept in the frige overnight? Thanks for your assistance.
Margaret says
Fabulous. Great tasting dressing and very flavourful salad. Definitely a keeper. Looking forward to taking it to a shower.