Step 1

1 In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, fennel, onion and apple

Step 2

2 Season with the salt and toss to combine

Step 3

3 (The cabbage may need more salt, so taste as you go

Step 4

4 )

Step 5

5 In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the vinegar, oil, lime juice, honey, celery seed and pepper

Step 6

6 Taste, and sweeten with more honey, if desired, and season with a small pinch of salt

Step 7

7 Slowly pour the vinaigrette over the slaw ingredients, using just enough to lightly coat all the cabbage

Step 8

8 (You may have some leftover

Step 9

9 ) Toss the slaw to evenly distribute the vinaigrette, then fold in the cilantro

Step 10

10 Sprinkle with reserved fennel fronds, if desired

Step 11

11 The slaw can be served right away, but is best after about 15 minutes of rest

Step 12

12 The cabbage and onions will absorb the flavor of the dressing the longer the slaw sits