Best 9 Crunchy Fruit Coleslaw Recipes

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Feast your taste buds on a symphony of flavors with our Crunchy Fruit Coleslaw, a refreshing and vibrant side dish that will elevate any meal. This delightful salad features a delightful blend of crisp cabbage, sweet and juicy fruits, crunchy nuts, and a tangy dressing that dances on your palate.

Indulge in a classic coleslaw with our Traditional Coleslaw recipe, a timeless favorite that delivers a perfect balance of tang, sweetness, and crunch. For a unique twist, try our Asian Coleslaw, where Asian flavors come alive in a medley of shredded cabbage, carrots, red cabbage, and a delectable Asian-inspired dressing.

Health enthusiasts will delight in our Healthy Coleslaw, a guilt-free version that boasts a lighter dressing and an abundance of colorful vegetables. If you're craving a burst of sweetness, our Tropical Fruit Coleslaw is a tropical paradise in a bowl, featuring a vibrant mix of pineapple, mango, grapes, and a refreshing dressing.

For a touch of elegance, our Red Cabbage Coleslaw introduces the vibrant hues of red cabbage, perfectly complemented by a tangy dressing. And for those who love a bit of heat, our Spicy Coleslaw brings the fire with a spicy dressing that adds an extra kick to the classic coleslaw experience.

With these six tantalizing coleslaw recipes, you'll have a versatile collection of salads that cater to every taste and occasion. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, a potluck dinner, or simply seeking a refreshing side dish for your weeknight meals, these coleslaw variations will be your go-to favorites.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRUNCHY COLESLAW



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Make and share this Crunchy Coleslaw recipe from Food.com.

Provided by canarygirl

Categories     Fruit

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package Coleslaw (grated cabbage and carrots)
4 green onions, chopped
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
1 package ramen noodles (beef flavor)
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup sunflower seeds

Steps:

  • Toss together cole slaw and green onions.
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, sugar, and ramen seasoning packet.
  • Pour over salad and toss together.
  • Just before serving, add ramen noodles (broken into small pieces), almonds and sunflower seeds and toss together.

FRUIT COLESLAW



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This tangy sweet side dish is so tasty, you can add just a pinch of salt or non at all. It's a favorite at picnics and potlucks. For fun, try varying the fruits by substituting apples, cherries or raisins. -Susan Skinner-Martin, Sandusky, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup white vinegar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 can (15 ounces) reduced-sugar fruit cocktail, drained
2 cups blueberries
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 medium ripe banana, sliced
1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix

Steps:

  • Ia large bowl, combine the yogurt, honey, vinegar, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Add the fruit cocktail, blueberries, strawberries and banana. Stir in coleslaw mix. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRUNCHY SLAW



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 head green cabbage, finely chopped
8 green onions, finely chopped
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup sesame seeds
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
2 3-ounce packages ramen noodles, flavor packets discarded
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Mix the cabbage and green onions in a large bowl. In a small saucepan over medium heat, brown the almonds and sesame seeds in the butter.
  • Combine the dressing ingredients in a small bowl and stir well. Just before serving, add the sesame seeds, almonds, and crushed raw ramen noodles to the cabbage and green onions. Pour the dressing, a little at a time, over the salad mix, then toss.

CLASSIC COLESLAW



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 carrots, shredded
2 heads green cabbage, sliced thin
1/4 head purple cabbage, sliced thin
2 cups whole milk, plus more for thinning
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
4 teaspoons white vinegar
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Combine the carrots and the green and purple cabbage in a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the milk, mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, black pepper, cayenne and salt. Add more milk if you like the dressing a little thinner. Pour over the cabbage mixture and toss to combine. Add the parsley and toss again.

PERFECTLY CRUNCHY SLAW



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h6m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 small red cabbage, shredded, about 2 cups
1/3 napa cabbage, shredded, about 2 cups
2 medium carrots, peeled and grated
1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
1 Belgian endive spear, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts or pistachio nuts
1 1/2 cups plain yogurt
2 tablespoons sour cream
3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup chopped chives

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together the cabbages, carrots, fennel, endive, cranberries and pine nuts. In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, sour cream, maple syrup, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss well until coated.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Garnish with chopped chives before serving.

CREAMY AND CRUNCHY COLESLAW



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For contrasting color, use a variety of cabbages in this creamy-crunchy slaw.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground celery seed
1 large carrot, grated
3 cups packed thinly sliced cabbage
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and celery seed. Add carrot and cabbage, and season with salt and pepper; toss well to coat. Serve.

CRUNCHY NUT COLESLAW



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The sweet of the fruit and carrot in this pretty coloured salad makes it appealing to my 18 mth old. He also eats it as a spread in bread.

Provided by WizzyTheStick

Categories     Vegetable

Time 5m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons walnuts (chopped) or 2 tablespoons unsalted cashew pieces (chopped)
1 cup red cabbage, chopped
3/4 cup carrot, peeled and diced
1/2 apple, cored and diced
3 tablespoons mayonnaise (or more to taste)

Steps:

  • Put all the ingredients except walnut pieces in a blender and process until all ingredients are combined and vegetables are grated.
  • A splash of milk can be added if the mixture is too dry and difficult to process.
  • Mix in walnut pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.8, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 5.7, Sodium 195.2, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 8.4, Protein 2.3

FRUITED COLESLAW



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A delicious recipe, add 1/2 cup of grated coconut and you'll have a delicious coconut coleslaw!

Provided by Paula

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     With Mayo

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups shredded cabbage
3 cups crushed pineapple in syrup, drained
1 cup apple, cored and chopped
½ cup miniature marshmallows
½ cup chopped celery
1 cup diced canned peaches, drained
½ cup mayonnaise
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine cabbage, pineapple, apple, marshmallows, celery, peaches, mayonnaise, and salt. Toss until the mixture in well coated with the mayonnaise. Refrigerate until you are ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 4.2 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 191.2 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

CRUNCHY COLESLAW



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A healthier take on this classic side salad- replace mayonnaise with natural yogurt and bump up the flavour with mustard and citrus

Provided by Angela Nilsen

Categories     Side dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ small white cabbage (300g total weight)
2 carrots , coarsely grated (175g total weight)
6 spring onions , trimmed and chopped
2 tsp rapeseed oil
2 tsp white wine vinegar
2 tsp wholegrain mustard
2 tbsp natural yogurt
2 tbsp half-fat crème fraîche
2 tbsp orange juice
2 tbsp toasted sunflower seed

Steps:

  • Cut out and discard the hard core from the cabbage then finely shred it. Mix in a bowl with the carrots and spring onions. Season with pepper and a pinch of salt, then chill for 1-2 hrs (optional).
  • Mix together the oil, vinegar and mustard in a bowl. Stir in the yogurt, crème fraîche and orange juice. Set aside.
  • When ready to serve, pour the dressing over the veggies, add the sunflower seeds and toss together. Let it sit for 10-15 mins to blend the flavours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 7.2 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1.6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 10.1 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8.7 grams sugar, Fiber 4.7 grams fiber, Protein 4.1 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use a variety of fruits and vegetables. This will give your coleslaw a colorful and flavorful crunch. Some good choices include apples, carrots, cabbage, celery, grapes, oranges, pears, and pineapple.
  • Cut the fruits and vegetables into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly and make the coleslaw easier to eat.
  • Do not overcook the fruits and vegetables. They should still be slightly crisp when you are finished cooking them.
  • Use a light dressing. A heavy dressing will weigh down the coleslaw and make it less refreshing.
  • Serve the coleslaw chilled. This will help to keep it crisp and refreshing.

Conclusion:

Crunchy fruit coleslaw is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its variety of fruits and vegetables, light dressing, and chilled temperature, it is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a healthy and tasty side dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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