Crunchy Apple Walnut Slaw (Print)

Crisp apples, toasted walnuts, and tangy blue cheese combine for a refreshing, flavorful slaw.

# Components:

→ Vegetables & Fruits

01 - 2 medium crisp apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), julienned
02 - 2 cups shredded green cabbage
03 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
04 - 1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
05 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Nuts & Cheese

06 - ½ cup walnuts, roughly chopped and lightly toasted
07 - 3 oz blue cheese, crumbled

→ Dressing

08 - 3 tbsp mayonnaise
09 - 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
10 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
11 - 1 tbsp honey
12 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, mix shredded green and red cabbage, julienned apples, grated carrot, and sliced green onions until evenly distributed.
02 - Whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
04 - Gently fold in the toasted walnuts and most of the crumbled blue cheese, reserving some for garnish.
05 - Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with remaining blue cheese, and serve immediately or cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours for flavors to meld.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Refreshing and crunchy texture
  • Quick to prepare with no cooking required
02 -
  • For extra crunch, add thinly sliced celery or fennel
  • Substitute pecans for walnuts or goat cheese for blue cheese if preferred
03 -
  • Toast walnuts lightly to enhance flavor
  • Chill the slaw before serving to allow flavors to meld
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