Apple cabbage salad with pecansis a crunchy and brightsaladsimilar to cole slaw with just a hint of sweetness to satisfy all taste buds. This is aquick and simple side dishfor just about any meal.

upclose image of apple cabbage salad topped with pecans with a dressing being spooned on top.

Something about September makes itsuch a fun timeof year to cook. The summertime produce selections are still hanging around gardens, farmers’ markets, and grocery stores, while fall staples begin making their way onto the scene, too.

Thiscrunchy and deliciousapplecabbage saladwith pecans epitomizes the perfect summer-to-fall side.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Thisapple cabbagesaladwith pecansis a real treat to enjoy with grilled or BBQ foods, likepulled pork sandwiches, or just by itself for a light, refreshing, crunchy, and colorful plate!
I love this recipe because it’ssimple, refreshing, and full of healthy goodness!
This recipe is perfect during the heat of alate summer afternoonas they are in a slightly chilled evening that comes from early autumn.

Recipe Ingredients

Green cabbage –grab a bag of “angel hair” pre-sliced cabbage or slice fresh cabbage very thinly
Bag broccoli slaw– or chopped broccoli
Large apples– one red and one green
Green onions
Pecans– plain or dressed up!
Olive oil
Cider vinegar
Maple syrup or honey

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.

cabbage and apple salad with pecans in a white bowl with two wooden spoons.

How to Make Easy Apple Cabbage Salad with Pecans

Add all the salad ingredients in a large bowl and toss to combine.
To make the dressing, add ingredients to a lidded jar and shake!
Serve the salad and dressing separately or mix together.

Recipe FAQs

How do you shred cabbage for apple cabbage salad?

I like buying the bag of already-shredded “angel hair” green cabbage from the store because it saves time and dishes. If you can’t find the bagged version or want to shred your own, remove the outer layer of leaves from the cabbage, cut the head in half, and then slice it into thin strips until you get about 10 ounces, or 4 cups.

How long does apple cabbage salad with pecans last?

Undressed, this salad will last up to 2 to 3 days in the fridge. The apples might get a little brown from oxygen, but they should still taste fine if you eat it within a couple days. I’ve found that when you dress this salad, leftovers do get soggy. So if you expect you’ll have leftovers, plate the salad dry.

What is apple cabbage salad with pecans made of?

This salad is so fresh and simple! You’ll need sliced green cabbage, broccoli slaw, a green and a red apple, green onions, and pecans (either toasted or raw).

Can you eat cabbage raw?

Yep! It’s got lots of good vitamins and minerals, and you can have it raw or cooked (say, in a soup or casserole).

cabbage and apple salad with pecans and a big silver spoon.

Video of How to Make Apple Cabbage Salad

Expert Tips

The addition ofdried cranberriesand somebaconwould be fabulous.
Not wanting to make a dressing? A store-boughtvinaigretteorpoppy seed dressingwould be great on this.
If you are serving this to a crowd, you may dress the salad just before serving. I have found that theleftovers of the saladdon’t keep if they are dressed, though. It tends to get soggy.