Best 9 Fruit Slaw Recipes

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Fruit slaw is a refreshing and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, a main course, or a dessert. It is made with a combination of fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs, and can be customized to suit your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a light and healthy option or a more indulgent treat, there is sure to be a fruit slaw recipe that will satisfy your cravings. From classic recipes featuring apples, celery, and mayonnaise, to more exotic variations with tropical fruits and tangy dressings, the possibilities are endless.

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FRUIT SLAW



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A unique twist on an old favorite. Strawberries, pineapple, galia melon, honeydew, and red grapes julienned and finished with lemon and lime juice. The small pieces allow you to get a burst of the combined fruits in one amazing bite.

Provided by T Mc

Time 1h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups fresh pineapple
2 cups cubed honeydew
2 cups Melons, cantaloupe, raw
2 cups seedless red grapes
2 cups fresh strawberries
½ medium lemon
½ medium lime

Steps:

  • Julienne pineapple, honeydew, galia melon, grapes, and strawberries.
  • Combine fruit in a large bowl and squeeze lemon and lime juice on top, making sure citrus seeds don't get added. Toss gently until well blended. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 0.9 g, Sodium 12.1 mg, Sugar 10 g

FRUIT AND NUT SLAW



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Tropical fruits married with cabbage to make a superlative coleslaw.

Provided by CHRISTYJ

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8 ounce) can sliced pineapple, drained with juice reserved
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 banana, peeled and sliced
3 cups shredded cabbage
1 cup diagonally sliced celery
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
½ cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup raisins
1 (8 ounce) container orange flavored yogurt
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons juice. Cut pineapple into thin strips, and place in a large bowl.
  • In a medium bowl, combine reserved pineapple juice and lemon juice. Toss with banana, and add to pineapple. Add cabbage, celery, mandarin oranges, walnuts and raisins; toss to combine.
  • Blend yogurt and salt together, and add to cabbage mixture; toss lightly. Cover, and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37.4 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 243.9 mg, Sugar 29.6 g

STONE FRUIT SLAW



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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Fruit     Side     Quick & Easy     Father's Day     Backyard BBQ     Apricot     Nectarine     Peach     Plum     Summer     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon unseasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons (packed) light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 pound assorted firm stone fruit (about 5; such as plums, nectarines, peaches, or apricots), julienned
2 scallions, thinly sliced diagonally
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk first 6 ingredients in a medium bowl. Add fruit and scallions; toss gently to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

ORANGE FRUIT SLAW



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I love this fruity coleslaw. My neighbor shared this with our women's church group a few years ago. -Cynthia France, Murray, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups shredded cabbage
1 medium navel orange, peeled and sectioned
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
1 medium apple, chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
3/4 cup reduced-fat orange yogurt
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, orange, grapes, apple and celery. Stir in the yogurt, salt and pepper; toss until well coated. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with almonds just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FRUIT SLAW IN A CABBAGE BOWL



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This fresh recipe from Darlene Brenden turns ho-hum coleslaw on its head-in more ways than one! I take the traditional blend of vegetables for that dish and mix in juicy fruit pieces," begins the Salem, Oregon cook. "Then I serve the salad inside a hollowed-out cabbage. Both the flavor and "bowl" never fail to draw compliments.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium head cabbage
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
2 medium carrots, shredded
1 medium tart apple, chopped
1/2 cup halved green grapes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • To prepare the cabbage serving bowl, gently peel back outer leaves of the cabbage. Hollow out cabbage, leaving a 1/4-in. shell and the core intact; set aside. Chop removed cabbage leaves. Place 2 cups chopped cabbage in a large bowl (refrigerate remaining cabbage for another use). Add oranges, pineapple, carrots, apple and grapes. , In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine oil, lemon juice, honey and ginger; shake well. Pour over slaw and toss to coat. Spoon into cabbage bowl. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 30mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

FRUIT SLAW



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A star-studded combination of cabbage and fruit is made complete by a simple sweet-tart yogurt dressing.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

Yogurt Dressing
3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
1 medium Granny Smith apple, finely chopped (1 cup)
1/4 cup dried cranberries or cherries
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, well drained and juice reserved for dressing
2 tablespoons unsalted sunflower nuts

Steps:

  • Prepare Yogurt Dressing.
  • Mix cabbage, apple, cranberries and pineapple. Stir in Yogurt Dressing until mixture is well coated. Sprinkle with sunflower nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 40 mg

SUNFLOWER FRUIT COLE SLAW



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Make and share this Sunflower Fruit Cole Slaw recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Pineapple

Time 15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (11 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
3/4 lb cabbage, shredded
3/4 lb carrot, peeled and shredded
1/2 cup sunflower seeds, lightly toasted
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine oranges, pineapple, cabbage, carrots and sunflower seeds, mix lightly.
  • In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
  • Pour over salad mixture, tossing to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour until well chilled.

FRUIT AND NUTS SLAW



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Categories     Salad     Vegetable     Side     No-Cook     Quick & Easy

Yield 10 people

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup mayonnaise (regular or low-fat, NOT non-fat)
1/3 cup plain yogurt
3 tablespoons white sugar (or sugar substitute)
1-2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 head green or purple cabbage, shredded
3 ribs celery, sliced
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
1 cup seedless red or green grapes, halved
1/2 cup dried sweetened cranberries
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup salted cashews
1/2 cup sunflower kernels
4 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, sugar and vinegar; set aside. In large bowl, combine all other ingredients. Gently fold dressing into cabbage mixture until completely coated. Cover and refrigerate at least one hour and up to 4 hours before serving.

STONE FRUIT SLAW



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I found this recipe on the New Seasons Market website and it looks like great side dish. I plan to make it for a 4th of July cookout.

Provided by landlocked 2

Categories     Fruit

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 lb cabbage, sliced (about 4 cups)
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons mint, chopped
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 small nectarines, peaches or 2 small plums, sliced

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and toss well.
  • Refrigerate a 1/2 hour to let the flavors meld.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 29.4, Fat 0.2, Sodium 395.3, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 4.6, Protein 1

Tips:

  • Choose the right fruit. Fruits are the most important ingredient in fruit slaw recipes. So it's important to choose fruits that are in season, ripe, and flavorful. Some popular fruits for fruit slaw include apples, oranges, grapes, strawberries, and pineapple.
  • Use a variety of colors and textures. Fruit slaw is a colorful dish, so use a variety of fruits to create a visually appealing salad. Fruits with different textures, such as crunchy apples and soft berries, will also add interest to the salad.
  • Don't overdress the slaw. Fruit slaw is best when the dressing is light and refreshing. A simple vinaigrette or yogurt-based dressing is perfect. Avoid using heavy dressings, such as mayonnaise or sour cream, which can weigh down the salad.
  • Serve the slaw chilled. Fruit slaw is best served chilled. This will help to keep the fruits crisp and refreshing.
  • Add some crunch. If you want to add some extra crunch to your fruit slaw, you can add some chopped nuts or seeds. Some popular options include walnuts, almonds, pecans, and sunflower seeds.

Conclusion:

Fruit slaw is a healthy and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover fruit. With so many different variations, there's a fruit slaw recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy salad, give fruit slaw a try. You won't be disappointed!

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