Red Cabbage Apple Parmesan Coleslaw (Print version)

Enjoy a vibrant, crunchy side with crisp red cabbage, sweet apple, and salty Parmesan, dressed in a tangy vinaigrette.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables & Fruit

01 - 1 small head red cabbage (about 1.3 pounds), finely shredded
02 - 1 large crisp apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), julienned or coarsely grated
03 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

→ Cheese

04 - 2.1 ounces Parmesan cheese, shaved or coarsely grated

→ Dressing

05 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
06 - 1.5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
07 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1 teaspoon honey
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

# Cooking Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded red cabbage, apple, and spring onions.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
03 - Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture. Toss well to coat evenly.
04 - Add the Parmesan cheese and gently toss again.
05 - Transfer to a serving platter or bowl. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
06 - Serve immediately for maximum crunch, or chill for 30 minutes to let flavors meld.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The colors alone will make your table look like you tried harder than you actually did
  • It keeps its crunch for hours making it perfect for potlucks and meal prep
02 -
  • The apple starts oxidizing quickly so toss everything together right before serving
  • Shaving Parmesan with a vegetable peeler creates those elegant ribbons that coat each bite
03 -
  • A mandoline makes perfectly thin cabbage but a sharp knife and patience work just fine
  • The salads flavor actually improves after 15 minutes in the refrigerator if you can wait that long
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