Carrot-Apple Slaw With Cranberries & Pumpkin Seeds

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.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 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

Directions

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