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Cabbage Salad Recipe

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This Cabbage Salad is fresh, crunchy, and full of vibrant flavors. With shredded cabbage, carrots, and a tangy-sweet dressing, it’s the perfect quick side dish or light meal. Easy to customize with extra veggies, nuts, or proteins!

Ingredients

  • For the Salad:
  • 4 cups shredded green cabbage (about 1/2 medium head)
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup sliced bell pepper (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped cucumber (optional)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
  • 1/4 cup roasted sunflower seeds or slivered almonds (optional)

For the Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
  • 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep veggies: Shred cabbage and carrots. Thinly slice onion, bell pepper, and cucumber. Chop cilantro or parsley if using.
  2. Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, vinegar (or lemon juice), honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Combine salad: In a large bowl, mix cabbage, carrots, onion, bell pepper, cucumber, herbs, and optional nuts/seeds.
  4. Add dressing: Pour dressing over salad and toss well. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Serve: Enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Mix in grilled chicken, shrimp, or tuna for extra protein.Add sliced apples, grapes, or oranges for sweetness.Spice it up with red pepper flakes or jalapeños in the dressing.Use purple cabbage or a mix of both for more color.

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