Maple-Glazed Cabbage and Apple Slaw

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-13 · Updated 2026-04-13

A sweet-tart slaw featuring shredded cabbage and apples, lightly dressed in a maple-vinegar glaze for a refreshing side dish. This salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs green cabbage, Honeycrisp apples, and apple cider vinegar into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1/2 head green cabbage, thinly sliced
• 2 medium Honeycrisp apples, julienned
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp pure maple syrup, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1/4 tsp salt until emulsified.
2. Step 2: Add 1/2 head thinly sliced green cabbage and 2 julienned Honeycrisp apples to the bowl, then sprinkle with 1 tsp chopped fresh dill.
3. Step 3: Toss gently with clean hands for 2 minutes until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing, then let rest for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.