Best 9 Sweet N Sassy Summer Apple Coleslaw Recipes

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In the heart of summer, when apples are at their peak of sweetness, explore the culinary delight that is Sweet n' Sassy Summer Apple Coleslaw. This vibrant and refreshing salad bursts with the flavors of crisp apples, tangy vinegar, creamy mayonnaise, and a hint of spice. It's the perfect side dish to complement grilled meats, fish, or poultry, or can be enjoyed as a light and healthy meal on its own.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

EASY APPLE COLESLAW



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This is our favorite cole slaw recipe, a yummy combo of fruit and veggies in a sweet dressing.

Provided by Aunt Mamie

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Apple Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups chopped cabbage
1 unpeeled red apple, cored and chopped
1 unpeeled Granny Smith apple, cored and chopped
1 carrot, grated
½ cup finely chopped red bell pepper
2 green onions, finely chopped
⅓ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice, or to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cabbage, red apple, green apple, carrot, red bell pepper, and green onions. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, brown sugar, and lemon juice. Pour dressing over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 3.4 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 107.6 mg, Sugar 19.5 g

APPLE SUMMER SLAW



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Here is a low fat slaw that looks very good. It was served with Maple Glazed Pork Tenderolins and I have posted that recipe also. This would be an very simple, great tasting, low fat meal. This recipe is from Pillsbury Cool Cooking for Hot Days cookbooklet, July 1997 #197.

Provided by lauralie41

Categories     Apple

Time 15m

Yield 1/2 cup, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups coleslaw mix, purchased
1/4 cup sliced green onion
2 medium granny smith apples, cubed
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon apple pie spice
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together all salad ingredients.
  • In a small bowl, blend together the dressing ingredients. Pour this over the salad mix and toss until well coated with dressing. Keep refrigerated until time to serve.

APPLE-RAISIN COLE SLAW



Apple-Raisin Cole Slaw image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 head savoy cabbage, shredded or sliced thin
1 cup carrots, shredded (about 4 small or 2 medium carrots)
2 Granny Smith apples, cored and shredded
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the raisins, celery seeds, mayonnaise, sour cream and apple cider vinegar. Add the cabbage, carrots, and apples, then toss to combine. Taste and season with a pinch of salt and a grind or two of pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

SWEET N' SASSY SUMMER APPLE COLESLAW



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This is a great summer salad recipe that features great textures and tastes in every bite. It's loosely based on an old recipe of my dad's called vermont apple slaw.

Provided by Rumdrinker25

Categories     Apple

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups shredded cabbage (or bagged slaw mix)
1 Red Delicious apple, chopped & cored
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup mayonnaise (I use canola mayo)
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Combine cabbage, chopped apple, raisins, and walnuts.
  • Whisk together the mayo, sugar, and vinegar.
  • Pour dressing over cabbage mixture and toss to coat.
  • Serve well-chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.4, Fat 24.5, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 11.5, Sodium 335.3, Carbohydrate 42.5, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 25.2, Protein 4.6

SWEET AND SPICY COLESLAW



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds green cabbage
4 carrots
1 medium yellow onion
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup mustard
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut cabbage in quarters and remove core. Peel carrots and onion and cut into pieces that would fit through the feed tube of a food processor. Fit food processor with the large-holed grater attachment and push cabbage, carrots, and onions through feed tube to grate. In a large bowl, toss vegetables together.
  • In another medium bowl, prepare the coleslaw dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, mustard, cider vinegar, sugar, black pepper, and cayenne. Toss dressing with the cabbage mixture, and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

APPLE COLESLAW



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Simple, sweet coleslaw that is a great accompaniment to pork-apple burgers or pork sandwiches. You can serve it immediately, but it's best when refrigerated overnight allowing the flavors to blend.

Provided by YVETTE_DSCPLETTE

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 8h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups shredded cabbage
1 cup shredded carrot
1 Granny Smith apple - peeled, cored and coarsely shredded
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon pineapple juice
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 dash salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the shredded cabbage and carrot together in a bowl with the sliced apple, and toss to combine. In a separate bowl, stir together the honey, brown sugar, vinegar, pineapple juice, and mayonnaise until the honey and sugar have dissolved completely. Pour over the salad, and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper, and toss again. Cover and chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.3 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 118.1 mg, Sugar 13.6 g

EASY APPLE COLESLAW



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Toss together this Easy Apple Coleslaw in just ten minutes! This recipe is great for a summer picnic or to accompany pork chops or fried chicken. Enjoy the sweet and tangy flavors that merge together in this apple coleslaw.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Baking Ingredients

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings, 1/2 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 cup MIRACLE WHIP Light Dressing
1 Tbsp. honey
1 pkg. (16 oz.) coleslaw blend (cabbage slaw mix)
2 apples (preferably 1 red and 1 green), chopped

Steps:

  • Mix dressing and honey in large bowl until blended.
  • Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Fat 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 140 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 1 g

SWEET 'N' CREAMY COLESLAW



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My grandmother taught me how to make the dressing for this coleslaw when I was very young. It's not too tart and not too sweet. Sometimes I make 8 gallon jars a week at the restaurant where I work! It gets lots of compliments on my sweet coleslaw recipe. -Denise Elder, Hanover, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 32 (3/4-cup) servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
2-1/4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
2-1/4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
2 cups mayonnaise
3 medium heads cabbage (6 to 7 pounds), shredded
2 medium carrots, shredded
2 celery ribs, chopped
7 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, cornstarch, mustard, salt and pepper. Gradually stir in vinegar and water. Add egg and milk. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Cook 2 minutes longer or until slightly thickened. Cool to room temperature, stirring several times., In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar and cream. Stir in mayonnaise. Add cooked dressing; mix well. In several large bowls, combine the cabbage, carrots, celery and green onions. Add dressing and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

FARMHOUSE APPLE COLESLAW



Farmhouse Apple Coleslaw image

A friend from church gave me this apple coleslaw recipe that her grandmother handed down to her. The flavors complement each other well, while the fruit creates a refreshing change of pace from the usual coleslaw. -Jan Myers, Atlantic, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups shredded cabbage
1 large apple, chopped
3/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a serving bowl, combine the cabbage, apple, raisins, celery and onion. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips for Making the Best Summer Apple Coleslaw

  • Use a variety of apples. This will give your coleslaw a more complex flavor. Some good choices include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady apples.
  • Shred the cabbage and apples thinly. This will help them absorb the dressing better.
  • Use a light and tangy dressing. A vinaigrette or yogurt-based dressing is a good option.
  • Add some extra crunch. This could include nuts, seeds, or even bacon.
  • Serve the coleslaw chilled. This will help the flavors meld together.

Conclusion

Summer apple coleslaw is a refreshing and delicious side dish that is perfect for any summer gathering. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your liking. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful side dish, give this summer apple coleslaw a try. You won't be disappointed!

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