Apple Coleslaw Salad Recipe

Starting with Memorial Day weekend and continuing all the way through Labor Day weekend, summer is a season of cookouts and picnics. I love getting together with friends and family, especially when we share the responsibility of preparing the food. I’ve discovered some of my favorite recipes at these potluck events since we all tend to bring our cherished family favorites, like these Sticky BBQ Smoked Chicken Thighs to share with one another.

Apple Coleslaw Salad

At a cookout years ago, I remember a friend bringing what she called “Apple Slaw.” Unfortunately, I didn’t get the recipe from her at the time, but I think I’ve come pretty close after a couple of experiments. This cacophony of sweet and sour, crisp and creamy deliciousness is a flavorful twist on a picnic standard. I call it Apple Coleslaw Salad.

Some Tips About Making Apple Coleslaw Salad

Don’t be put off by the strange list of ingredients. I know they don’t seem like they should all be combined together, but I promise the result is better than what you’d expect.

Also, your apples should be julienned, but I cut mine to look like french fries to entice the children to eat it (I do whatever I can to get my kids to eat vegetables without complaining!).

If you prefer to make your own coleslaw mix, you can substitute one medium cabbage (finely shredded) and two carrots (peeled and julienned) for the packaged coleslaw.

📋 Recipe

Apple Coleslaw Salad Recipe

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Corinne Schmitt

This is a great recipe for get togethers!

5 from 9 votes

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Servings 12

Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• ▢ 1 cup mayonnaise
• ▢ 1/4 cup poppy seeds
• ▢ 1/3 cup honey
• ▢ 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• ▢ 1 pkg coleslaw mix
• ▢ 4 Fuji apples peeled, cored, and julienned

Instructions

 

• In a medium bowl, whisk together vinegar, mayonnaise, poppy seeds, honey, salt and pepper. Set aside.
• In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw mix and apples.
• Pour the prepared dressing over the coleslaw mix and apples. Toss until well blended.
• Refrigerate for at least one hour (can be made the day before and refrigerated overnight). Toss well before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 411mgPotassium: 92mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 45IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 1mg

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Other Side Dish Options For A Picnic

Do you have more than one picnic to attend this summer? If you don’t want to bring the same side dish every time, here’s a recipe for Broccoli Bacon and Cheese Salad, and some other great options from a few of my friends.

Greek Pasta Salad from Feeding Big

Wild Rice and Bean Salad from Close to Home

Summer Salad with Garden Vegetables from Organized 31

Spanish Summer Salad from Homemade for Elle