“Classic slaws usually aren’t much to get excited about, with their homely appearance and goopy consistency.  But that’s not the case here. This slaw is a feast for the eyes and palate. If Pixar ever created a recipe, this just might be it.

Between the carrots, cranberries, apples and mint, there’s enough visual zing to get Peter Max excited. The taste is equally heady, and it offers a host of delightful contrasts for all of the senses: crispy and chewy, tart and sweet, fruits and veggies—all vying for attention in one beautiful package. Plus, apples have a load of health-promoting properties, aiding brain and stomach function.”

Put the cranberries, onion, 1 tablespoon of the orange juice and the lemon juice in a small bowl and stir to combine. Let this mixture sit for a few minutes to allow the juices to penetrate the cranberries and onion.

Put the carrots, apple, mint, salt, cranberry mixture and remaining 2 tablespoons of orange juice and salt in a large bowl and toss gently to combine. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss again. Scatter the almonds over the top.

Variations: Add ⅓ cup fresh or frozen shelled edamame, spritzed with lemon juice and a pinch of sea salt, or add 1 cup of finely shredded cabbage. Substitute scallion for the red onion.

Reprinted with permission from The Longevity Kitchen: Satisfying, Big-Flavor Recipes Featuring the Top 16 Age-Busting Power Foods by Rebecca Katz with Mat Edelson, copyright © 2013 Ten Speed Press, a division of the Crown Publishing Group, Berkeley, CA. Photography by Leo Gong.