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Crunchy Ontario Apple Slaw

This slaw is the perfect colourful and healthy accompaniment to your favourite mains. Kids will love the crunch of the apples and it's a great way to sneak fruit and veggies into any meal.

Makes 6-8 servings

Variety Tip: For best results, use Ontario Gala or Honeycrisp Apples

Ingredients

4	Ontario Apples*, cored	4
1 tbsp	lemon juice	15 mL
2	carrots, julienned or grated	2
1/4	cabbage, shredded	1/4
2	green onions, sliced	2
2 tbsp	cider vinegar	25 mL
2 tbsp	granulated sugar	25 mL
1 tsp	each salt and pepper	5 mL
1/4 cup	olive oil	50 mL

Directions

Thinly slice apples. Arrange 6 slices on top of one another and cut into thin strips. Repeat with remaining apples. In medium bowl, toss apples with lemon juice and stir in carrots, cabbage and green onions.

In separate bowl, whisk together vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper and olive oil. Stir into apple mixture and gently toss to combine.