CARROT-APPLE SLAW WITH CRANBERRIES & PUMPKIN SEEDS

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Carrot-Apple Slaw With Cranberries & Pumpkin Seeds image

This is a fantastic, heart-healthy alternative to mayonnaise-based slaws and makes a fresh, colorful side. Recipe adapted from "Delicious Living", a publication distributed by our local health food store.

Provided by GaylaJ

Categories     Apple

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup fresh orange juice, divided
1 granny smith apple, unpeeled, cored, and shredded (I used extra apple and just cut into matchsticks)
1 lb carrots, peeled and shredded or 4 large carrots
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup raw unsalted pumpkin seeds, toasted
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine dried cranberries and 1/4 cup orange juice in a small bowl; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, toss apple with remaining 1/4 cup orance juice. Mix in carrots, red onion, cilantro, and pumpkin seeds.
  • Drain cranberries, reserving juice; add cranberries to apple-carrot mixture.
  • Whisk reserved orange juice and olive oil; pour over slaw and toss well. Season to taste with black pepper.
  • Serve cold or at room temperature.

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