Cabbage and Apple Honey Mustard Slaw
Last Updated on May 12, 2023 by Betty Davies
Tossed in a sweet and tangy honey mustard dressing, this cabbage and apple slaw takes minutes to make and is a perfect side dish to serve with all of your favorite dinners. Crunchy, creamy and full of flavor, it’s a great addition to summer cookouts!
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You can never have enough slaw recipes to hand, and this twist on the popular salad side dish is a must try!
Simple to make, this recipe is made with a bagged slaw mix and green apples, and tossed in a mayonnaise based honey and mustard dressing. It’s creamy, crunchy and extra delicious!
Ready to serve in just 10 minutes, this cabbage and apple slaw is is a real crowd pleaser, and a wonderful addition to any table!
Be sure to try my Tex-Mex Slaw and Mediterranean Slaw too!
Why you will love this recipe!
- Make ahead: Make this coleslaw a day or two ahead of time for easy entertaining! A great choice for summer cookouts!
- Quick and easy: Ready in 10 minutes, with minimal chopping, there’s nothing tricky about this recipe!
- Simple ingredients: Made with everyday ingredients, you can whip this up on a moments notice.
- Dietary info: This cabbage and apple honey mustard slaw is vegetarian and gluten-free.
Ingredients
- Slaw Mix: To make this recipe super convenient and quick, I used a bagged slaw mix from the store.
- Apples: Green apples, like Granny Smith, add a nice tangy sweetness to the slaw.
- Mayonnaise: For a deliciously creamy slaw.
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil: A little oil helps to thin the dressing and makes it easier to coat the cabbage and apples.
- Apple Cider Vinegar: For a little tang. White wine vinegar can also be used.
- Dijon Mustard: Sharp with a bit of spice, the dijon mustard adds a wonderful flavor. For a milder taste, you can use wholegrain instead.
- Honey: The honey adds a mild sweetness and helps to balance out any acidity.
- Seasonings: Salt, pepper and garlic powder.
How to make cabbage and apple slaw
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- Chop the apples and add to a bowl with the slaw mix (photo 1).
- Make the honey mustard dressing (photo 2).
- Toss the cabbage and apple in the dressing (photo 3).
Recipe Variations
For this recipe, I went with convenience, and used a bagged slaw mix, but you can make your own if you prefer by shredding a cabbage and grating a carrot or two. You can also add other crunchy veggies that you have in your fridge, like bell peppers or celery.
Frequently Asked Questions
I prefer to make this slaw recipe with white cabbage, it has a nice peppery flavor that works great with the honey and mustard dressing. Red cabbage can be used, it has a milder taste and adds a beautiful pop of color.
To reduce calories and fat, you can opt for a low fat mayonnaise. You can also swap half, or all of the mayo for Greek yogurt.
I like to use crunchy and tart green apples for this slaw, Granny Smith are my favorite. You can use sweeter apples like Gala if you prefer.
Serving Suggestions
This cabbage and apple slaw is great to serve up as a side for a weeknight dinner, and an excellent addition to a BBQ or picnic. It’s great served up with fish tacos, burgers, hot dogs and lots of other favorite recipes.
Make Ahead and Storage
To prevent the apple from browning, if you are making this ahead of time, be sure to make up the whole recipe so that they are coated in the dressing.
Once made, the slaw will keep well, covered in the fridge, for 2 to 3 days.
Because the slaw dressing is mayo based, it’s best not to keep it at room temperature for more than 2 hours. It is not suitable for freezing.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- There’s no need to peel the apples, but you can if you prefer.
- Dice the apple into small pieces so that it mixes well with the other ingredients and is easy to eat.
- For best results, let the coleslaw sit in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors develop.
This easy cabbage and apple slaw recipe comes alive with the creamy, sweet and tangy honey mustard dressing. Easy and quick to make, this side dish is perfect for those summer parties!
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Cabbage and Apple Slaw with Honey Mustard Dressing
Ingredients
For the slaw
- 16 ounces slaw mix (450g)
- 2 apples (I like to use green apples like Granny Smith)
For the honey mustard dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise (115g)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoon honey
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- pinch black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Place the slaw mix in a large bowl. Dice the apples and add to the slaw.
- Add all of the honey and mustard dressing ingredients into a bowl or jug and whisk together til combined.
- Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss everything together til well coated.
Notes
- There’s no need to peel the apples, but you can if you prefer.
- Dice the apple into small pieces so that it mixes well with the other ingredients and is easy to eat.
- For best results, let the coleslaw sit in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors develop.
