Print

Creamy Coleslaw with Apples and Raisins

creamy coleslaw with apples and raisins - featured image
Print Recipe

A fresh twist on classic coleslaw combining crisp cabbage, sweet apples, and chewy raisins in a creamy, tangy dressing. Perfect for quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing side dishes.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 small green cabbage, finely shredded (about 6 cups)
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and grated
  • 2 medium apples, peeled and diced (Fuji or Gala for sweetness; Granny Smith for tartness)
  • ½ cup golden or regular raisins
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (good quality like Hellmann’s or Duke’s)
  • ¼ cup sour cream (can substitute with Greek yogurt)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon celery seed (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Vegetables and Fruit (10 minutes): Rinse the cabbage under cold water, remove tough outer leaves, cut into quarters, remove the core, and finely shred using a sharp knife or mandoline. Peel and grate the carrots. Peel and dice the apples into bite-size pieces, tossing them in a little lemon juice to prevent browning if prepping early.
  2. Mix the Dressing (5 minutes): In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, celery seed (if using), salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  3. Combine Ingredients (5 minutes): In a large mixing bowl, add shredded cabbage, grated carrots, diced apples, and raisins. Pour the dressing over and gently toss with a spatula or wooden spoon to coat without crushing the cabbage.
  4. Chill and Marinate (at least 30 minutes): Cover and refrigerate the coleslaw to let flavors marry and cabbage soften slightly while remaining crunchy. Ideally chill for 1 hour but 30 minutes is sufficient.
  5. Final Taste and Serve: Stir gently before serving, adjust salt, pepper, or vinegar if needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Toss apples in lemon juice to prevent browning if prepping early. Drain excess juice from very juicy apples to avoid watering down dressing. Avoid over-mixing to keep cabbage crunchy. Resting time is important for flavor melding and texture. Vegan substitutions include vegan mayo and sour cream or coconut yogurt. Optional garnishes include fresh herbs like parsley, dill, or chives. Raisins can be swapped for dried cranberries or fresh pineapple for seasonal variation.

Nutrition

Keywords: coleslaw, creamy coleslaw, apples, raisins, summer salad, BBQ side dish, easy coleslaw, fresh salad, quick recipe

Find it online: https://novanosh.com/creamy-coleslaw-with-apples-and-raisins-recipe-easy-fresh-twist/