Apple Cranberry Coleslaw with Apple Vinaigrette

I love pairing different coleslaws with seafood and burgers. This coleslaw and vinaigrette pair wonderfully with Crispy Cod and Chickpea Crab Cakes (see recipes).

Recipe adapted from Fixate

Apple Cranberry Coleslaw

Ingredients:

1 bag coleslaw mix

1 cup matchstick carrots

1 crisp apple sliced

1 red bell pepper

1 bunch green onions diced

1/2 cup dried cranberries

1 1/2 cups Apple Viniagrette (or dressing of your chioce)

Optional: Top with 1/2 cup sliced/toasted almonds

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl. Top with Apple Vinaigrette

Apple Vinaigrette

Ingredients:

1 crisp apple peeled and sliced

2 large carrots peeled and sliced

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons fruity balsamic vinegar (I used pear cranberry)

2 tablespoons cold water

2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

1 clove garlic

1/4 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

2 tablespoons maple syrup

1 inch slice fresh ginger (or 1 teaspoon dried ginger)

Directions:

1. Place all ingredients in a food processor or blender and blend/pulse until smooth. Pour over apple cranberry coleslaw or use on salads.