Apple Cranberry Coleslaw

This light, crunchy, and flavorful coleslaw blends fresh apples, dried cranberries, and crunchy walnuts for a nutritious and satisfying side dish. The creamy dressing adds a tangy sweetness, making it a perfect addition to any meal.

Ingredients

  • Coleslaw Base:
    • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
    • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
    • 1 large apple (sliced thin, any variety – Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for sweetness)
    • ½ cup dried cranberries (unsweetened, if possible)
    • ¼ cup chopped walnuts (optional for crunch)
    • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Dressing:
    • ½ cup non-fat Greek yogurt (or low-fat)
    • 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
    • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon honey or sugar-free sweetener (to taste)
    • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Coleslaw Base:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green and purple cabbage.
    • Add the sliced apple, dried cranberries, walnuts (if using), and green onions. Toss gently to mix all the ingredients evenly.
  2. Make the Dressing:
    • In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and honey (or sugar-free sweetener). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Toss the Coleslaw:
    • Pour the dressing over the coleslaw mixture. Toss gently until the ingredients are well-coated with the dressing.
  4. Chill and Serve:
    • For the best flavor, cover and refrigerate the coleslaw for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

WW Points (Approximate per serving, assuming 6 servings)

  • Cabbage: 0 points
  • Apple: 0 points
  • Dried cranberries (½ cup): 7-8 points (consider using reduced-sugar or unsweetened varieties to lower points)
  • Walnuts (¼ cup): 7-8 points (optional; you can omit or reduce the amount to save points)
  • Greek yogurt (½ cup): 0 points
  • Light mayonnaise (2 tablespoons): 2 points
  • Honey (1 tablespoon): 4 points (use a sugar-free alternative to reduce points)

Estimated Total:

Per serving (with cranberries and walnuts): ~5-6 points
Without walnuts: ~3-4 points per serving

For a lower-point version, you can omit the walnuts or reduce the amount of cranberries.

Enjoy this crunchy, tangy, and sweet coleslaw as a side dish to your favorite main meals!