Apple, Pear and Cranberry Coleslaw Recipe
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Apple Pear and Cranberry Coleslaw: If you are looking for a delicious fall twist on your coleslaw, you’ll love this Apple, Pear, and Cranberry version!
Crunchy, sweet, and tangy- it’s the perfect side dish for so many occasions.
Apple Pear and Cranberry Coleslaw
I made a big batch of our very favorite, slow cooker barbecue pulled pork last weekend. For side dishes, I did my skillet baked beans and whipped up a batch of our new favorite coleslaw, this Apple Pear and Cranberry Coleslaw recipe.
I absolutely love the flavor combination in this coleslaw! The addition of apples, pears, and Craisins puts a fantastically yummy twist on a traditional coleslaw recipe.
The kids really went for it, I think they loved the sweet crunchy-ness that the apples, pears, and craisins gave to the coleslaw.
I used pre-cut, bagged cabbage and carrots, so the recipe was a breeze to put together.
If you are looking for a yummy new coleslaw recipe to try, I definitely recommend this coleslaw recipe!
Ingredients in the Coleslaw
Want to give this yummy apple and Cranberry Coleslaw a try? These are the ingredients to add to your list. (printable recipe card found at the bottom of the post.)
Dressing
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 3 Tbsp Sugar (or another sweetener)
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- salt and pepper to taste
Coleslaw
- 12-14 oz bag of coleslaw mix
- 1/2 cup matchstick carrots
- 1 large apple (love honey crisp or pink lady)
- 1 large pear
- 1/2 cup green onions – diced
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries or Craisins
- 3/4 cup sliced almonds
Instructions:
(Printable recipe card found at the bottom of the post.)
- In a medium mixing bowl, add the yogurt, mayonnaise, sugar, Dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar.
- Whisk together to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the coleslaw mix, carrots, fruit, green onions, dried cranberries, and almonds.
- Toss together until well mixed.
- Pour dressing over the coleslaw mix and toss to coat.
- Place salad in the fridge to chill for about 30 minutes.
Recipe Tips:
Not sure you need 3 tablespoons of sugar, start with half the amount and taste.
Prepare ahead of time by putting the salad together, minus the apples and pears, up to a day in advance.
Store diced apples and pears in a covered container filled with 2 cups water and 3 Tbsp. lemon juice. When ready to serve, drain apples, and stir into slaw.
More dishes that are perfect for potlucks:
- Sausage and Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe
- Apple and Walnut Salad
- Blueberry Cheesecake Surprise or The Most Delicious Blueberry Dump Cake Ever
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Apple, Pear and Cranberry Coleslaw Recipe
- Prep Time: 15
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings 1x
Description
Apple, Pear and Cranberry Coleslaw: If you are looking for a delicious fall twist on your coleslaw, you’ll love this Apple, Pear and Cranberry version! Crunchy, sweet and tangy- it’s the perfect side dish for so many occasions.
Ingredients
Dressing
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- 3 Tbsp Sugar (or another sweetener)
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste
Coleslaw
- 12–14 oz bag of coleslaw mix
- 1/2 cup matchstick carrots
- 1 large apple (love honey crisp or pink lady)
- 1 large pear
- 1/2 cup green onions – diced
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries or Craisins
- 3/4 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
Dressing:
- In a medium mixing bowl, add the yogurt, mayonnaise, mustard, sugar and apple cider vinegar.
- Whisk together to combine.
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
Coleslaw:
- In a large mixing bowl, add the coleslaw mix, carrots, fruit, green onions, dried cranberries, and almonds. Toss together until well mixed.
- Before serving, pour dressing over the coleslaw mix and toss to coat.
- Place salad in the fridge to chill for about 30 minutes.
Serve and enjoy!
Can I just use regular cole slaw dressing for this? I have some I need to use up. Excited to try!
I am sure that would be fine.
This is one of the best new salads I’ve tried. Made it several times and had become a favorite!
★★★★★
I see mustard in the picture, but not in the recipe? Do I use mustard or no in the dressing?
That was a typo, there is Dijon mustard in it. I fixed it!