Side dish
Slaw and Order: Apple-Cabbage Crunch
Crisp cabbage, juicy apple and toasted pumpkin seeds get tossed in a bright, creamy dressing. This colourful slaw brings plenty of crunch without making a federal case out of dinner.
Grab this
- 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups finely shredded purple cabbage
- 1 medium crisp red apple, cut into thin matchsticks
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/3 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Do this
- Add the green cabbage, purple cabbage, apple, carrot, pumpkin seeds and parsley to a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the vegan mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until everything is lightly and evenly coated.
- Let the slaw rest for 10 minutes so the cabbage softens slightly and the flavours settle.
- Toss once more, taste and adjust the salt or vinegar if needed. Serve immediately for maximum crunch, or chill for up to 2 hours before serving.
Easy swaps
- Use all green cabbage or a packaged coleslaw mix if that is easier. Check packaged mixes for allergen and cross-contact statements.
- Pear can replace the apple. A firm variety works best so the slaw stays crisp.
- Sunflower seeds can replace pumpkin seeds. Seeds are not among Canada's priority allergens, but individual seed allergies and cross-contact can occur, so check the package.
- Mustard-free: omit the Dijon and add an extra teaspoon of apple cider vinegar. Allergen note: the standard recipe contains mustard, a priority allergen in Canada.
- Vegan mayonnaise may contain soy, mustard or other allergens depending on the brand. Choose an allergy-suitable product and check its label carefully.
- For a lighter dressing, replace half the vegan mayonnaise with unsweetened plain plant yogurt. Allergen note: soy yogurt contains soy, while almond or cashew yogurt contains tree nuts.
Estimated per serving
Nutrition at a glance
- Calories
- 155
- Fat
- 11g
- Saturated fat
- 1.3g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fibre
- 3g
- Sugars
- 9g
- Protein
- 3g
- Sodium
- 230mg
Cabbage, apple and carrot provide fibre and vitamin C, while pumpkin seeds add a little protein and unsaturated fat.
Estimates vary with ingredient brands, substitutions and serving size.
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