Cranberry-Apple & Fennel Slaw
Cranberry-Apple & Fennel Slaw is a refreshing, vibrant dish that beautifully balances the tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of apples and the crunch of fennel. This colorful slaw not only adds excitement to your plate but also delivers a delightful flavor experience. Perfect for any occasion—be it a festive gathering or a simple weeknight dinner—this slaw is sure to impress your guests and family alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 12 minute
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 2 Granny Smith apples, diced
- 1 medium fennel bulb, thinly sliced
- 1 cup grated carrots
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cool water, discarding any mushy ones.
- Thinly slice fennel using a knife or mandoline. Grate carrots until you have about one cup.
- In a large bowl, combine cranberries, fennel, carrots, apples, red onion, and parsley. Toss gently.
- In another bowl, whisk together olive oil, cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Drizzle dressing over the slaw mixture and toss until well-coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider incorporating chopped walnuts or swapping apples for pears. To enhance creaminess, sprinkle some feta cheese over the top before serving.