Red Cabbage and Fruit Slaw

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Red Cabbage and Fruit Slaw, a perfect blend of crunchy textures and naturally sweet-tart flavors. Featuring finely shredded red cabbage, crisp apples, juicy pears, and zesty orange segments, this slaw is elevated with a light, tangy dressing made from lemon juice, honey, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar. Chopped fresh parsley adds a burst of freshness, while optional raisins and slivered almonds lend a delightful chewy-crunchy contrast. Ready in just 20 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, this colorful side dish is as versatile as it is nutritious—ideal for pairing with tacos, sandwiches, or grilled meats, or serving as a standalone salad for a light and healthy meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 small head red cabbage
• 2 medium apple
• 1 medium pear
• 1 medium orange
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup raisins (optional)
• 0.25 cup slivered almonds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice the red cabbage using a sharp knife or mandoline to create fine shreds. Place the shredded cabbage in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Core and thinly slice the apples and pear into matchstick-sized pieces or small cubes. Add them to the bowl with the cabbage.

Step 3

Peel the orange and segment it. Cut each segment into smaller bite-sized pieces and add them to the mixture.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, honey, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar until the dressing is well combined.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the cabbage and fruit mixture. Toss everything together using tongs or a large spoon until evenly coated.

Step 6

Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the slaw. Mix it in along with the salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 7

If desired, fold in the raisins and slivered almonds for added texture and flavor.

Step 8

Let the slaw sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then give it one final toss before serving.

Step 9

Serve the Red Cabbage and Fruit Slaw as a refreshing side dish or use it to top tacos, sandwiches, or grilled meats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1308.1 grams (1308.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1041

Total Fat 43.70g	56%
Saturated Fat 5.70g	29%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1333mg	58%
Total Carbohydrate 162.30g	59%
Dietary Fiber 30.80g	110%
Total Sugars 109.20g
Protein 14.60g	29%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 406mg	31%
Iron 7mg	36%
Potassium 2331mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.7%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 59.0%