Description
This Cranberry Almond Thanksgiving Slaw is a vibrant and festive side dish perfect for the holiday season. Combining crisp green cabbage and grated carrots with sweet dried cranberries and crunchy almonds, all tossed in a tangy honey apple cider vinegar dressing, this slaw offers a refreshing contrast to traditional Thanksgiving fare. Easy to prepare and packed with texture and flavor, it’s a delightful addition to any celebratory table.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 4 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
- 2 cups carrots, grated
- 3 green onions, chopped
Mix-ins
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
Dressing
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Begin by finely shredding the green cabbage and grating the carrots. Place them in a large mixing bowl to serve as the base of the slaw.
- Add the Mix-ins: Toss in the dried cranberries, slivered almonds, and chopped green onion to the bowl with the cabbage and carrots to add texture and flavor.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined to create a flavorful dressing.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture. Gently toss everything together until the cabbage and carrots are evenly coated with the tangy, sweet dressing.
- Chill: Let the slaw sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld beautifully and the cabbage to absorb the dressing.
- Serve: Give the slaw a quick toss before serving. This refreshing and festive side dish is now ready to brighten your Thanksgiving table!
Notes
- For extra crunch, toast the almonds lightly before adding.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey according to taste.
- The slaw can be made a few hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- If you prefer, substitute dried cranberries with dried cherries or raisins.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian.
