Best 6 Cranberry Coleslaw Salad Recipes

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In the culinary world, cranberry coleslaw salad stands out as a delightful and refreshing dish that offers a vibrant blend of flavors and textures. This classic salad has its roots in traditional coleslaw recipes, but the addition of cranberries brings a unique tartness and sweetness that elevates it to a whole new level. Whether you're looking for a light and tangy side dish for your next potluck or a healthy and flavorful lunch option, cranberry coleslaw salad is sure to satisfy your cravings. With its colorful appearance and irresistible taste, it's a salad that will impress both your taste buds and your dinner guests.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY COLESLAW



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Sweet-tart and crunchy, this unusual slaw is enlivened by a combination of cabbage, sugared cranberries and thin orange slices.

Provided by WINNIFRED

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     With Mayo

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup halved cranberries
¼ cup white sugar
2 oranges, peeled and thinly sliced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
4 cups shredded cabbage
1 large apple - peeled, cored, and chopped
¼ cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, toss together the cranberries and sugar. Cover and refrigerate.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the oranges, onion, cabbage, apple and mayonnaise until evenly coated. When ready to serve add cranberry mixture and toss again.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 2.1 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 37.2 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

CRANBERRY WALNUT SLAW



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This delicious, colorful slaw is tart, sweet, and perfect for the holidays!

Provided by TWIGGS1952

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package shredded coleslaw mix
½ large sweet onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
½ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup distilled white vinegar
⅓ cup white sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 ½ teaspoons dry mustard
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the coleslaw mix, onion, celery, cranberries, and walnuts. Mix the vinegar, sugar, oil, salt, mustard, and pepper in a jar with a lid. Pour over the slaw mixture, and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 226.7 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

QUICK CRANBERRY COLESLAW



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A very tasty coleslaw using a pre-packaged cabbage mix and dressing it up with cranberries and nuts. Feel free to lighten it up with low/no fat mayo & Splenda.

Provided by SusieQusie

Categories     Greens

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon sugar
salt, to taste
10 ounces shredded cabbage coleslaw mix
1 large carrot, peeled and grated
2 scallions, green and white parts thinly sliced
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, water, sugar and salt.
  • Combine shredded cabbage, carrot, scallions, cranberries and optional nuts in a large bowl.
  • Pour dressing over cabbage mixture and toss well to coat.
  • Allow coleslaw to chill for at least 15 minutes before serving, tossing occasionally.

CRANBERRY COLESLAW



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I love trying new recipes, and my family enjoys most of my "experiments". Salads are always in demand at our house, and this one is fast, festive and refreshing.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 to 2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
Dash pepper
3 cups shredded cabbage
1/4 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Place cabbage in a serving bowl. Add mayonnaise mixture and toss to coat evenly. Fold in cranberries. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 22g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CRANBERRY CABBAGE SALAD



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Cranberries are abundant here during the holidays, so my family always expects to see this colorful salad on the Christmas table.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, halved
1/4 cup sugar
6 cups shredded cabbage
1 cup seedless green grapes, halved
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1/4 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Toss cranberries with sugar and set aside. In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, grapes and celery. Add cranberries and toss. , Combine orange juice, mayonnaise and salt; pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 192mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CRANBERRY APPLE COLESLAW



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I adapted this from a recipe I found on here. I wanted to use up some apples and an open bag of leftover coleslaw. This recipe is simply delicious with some nice clean fall flavors. This is nothing like the creamy wet coleslaw you would get at a deli. Its light, crisp, and crunchy.

Provided by Midwest Foodie

Categories     Apple

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 apples, thinly sliced
2 cups bagged coleslaw mix
2 stalks of peeled and chopped celery
1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
4 tablespoons lemon juice, separated, about 1/2 a lemon
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise or 1/4 cup Miracle Whip
2 -3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pinch pepper

Steps:

  • Thinly slice the apples into a small bowl.
  • Stir in two tablespoons of lemon juice onto the apple.
  • In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw, onion, celery, cranberries, and walnuts.
  • Stir in the apples.
  • In another small bowl, combine sour cream, mayo, sugar, salt, pepper, and remaining lemon juice.
  • Poor the wet ingredients onto the coleslaw mix and combine.
  • Serve chilled.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, crisp cabbage for the best slaw.
  • Shred the cabbage thinly so that it is easy to eat.
  • Use a variety of colors of cabbage for a more visually appealing slaw.
  • Add other vegetables to the slaw, such as shredded carrots, celery, or bell peppers.
  • Use a light and tangy dressing for the slaw, such as a vinaigrette or a mayonnaise-based dressing.
  • Add some sweetness to the slaw with dried cranberries or raisins.
  • Add some crunch to the slaw with nuts or seeds.
  • Serve the slaw chilled for the best flavor.

Conclusion:

Cranberry coleslaw is a versatile salad that can be served as a side dish or a main course. It is a healthy and refreshing salad that is perfect for summer gatherings. The combination of sweet, tart, and crunchy flavors makes this slaw a favorite of many. Whether you are looking for a simple side dish or a more substantial meal, cranberry coleslaw is a great option.

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