Crunchy Apple Slaw Delight: A Refreshing and Nutritious Salad Recipe

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 large apples, julienned
• 3 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
• 1 cup carrots, grated
• ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup raisins (optional)
• ⅓ cup walnuts, toasted and chopped

Dressing

• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons extra‑virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Seasonings & Garnish

• Juice of ½ lemon
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Making the Dressing

1. Combine Acid & Sweet. In a medium bowl whisk together apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and honey until the honey dissolves completely. This creates a balanced sweet‑acid base that will soften the raw vegetables without overwhelming them.
2. Emulsify. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking constantly. The oil incorporates into the vinegar mixture, forming a smooth emulsion that clings to each slaw strand, delivering flavor in every bite.
3. Season. Stir in Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. The mustard adds depth and a subtle heat, while the salt enhances the natural sweetness of the apples and carrots.