Sour Cabbage and Apple Slaw

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-09 · Updated 2026-04-09

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A refreshing slaw with tart cabbage, sweet apple, and a tangy sour cream dressing that brightens any meal. This Irish-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs green cabbage, tart apple, sour cream for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" 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.

Prep: 20 min Serves 4 Irish cuisine 120 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 medium (12 ounces) green cabbage
1 medium (6 ounces) tart apple
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon, finely chopped fresh dill

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Instructions

Step 1: Thinly slice 1 medium green cabbage (12 ounces) and 1 medium tart apple (6 ounces) into 1/4-inch matchsticks and place in a large bowl.
Step 2: Whisk 3 tablespoons sour cream, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon honey until smooth, then pour over the cabbage mixture and toss until evenly coated.
Step 3: Stir in 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until flavors meld and cabbage softens slightly.