Cabbage and Pea Salad Recipe
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Cabbage and Pea Salad Recipe
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This Cabbage and Pea Salad features finely sliced cabbage with crisp cucumber, sweet peas, and fresh green onions. The dressing blends olive oil with apple cider and white vinegar for a balanced tang. The thin slicing of the cabbage ensures a light, crunchy texture that complements the tender peas and mild cucumbers, making it a refreshing side or light lunch option, especially suited for warmer days or as a palate cleanser.
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The Cabbage and Pea Salad Recipe combines shredded cabbage, cucumber slices, peas, and chopped green onions dressed with a mixture of olive oil and two types of vinegar. The cabbage, sliced finely using a mandolin, provides a crisp foundation while the peas add sweetness and a pop of color. The dressing balances acidity and fruitiness from the apple cider and white vinegars, along with the richness of olive oil, creating a vibrant, fresh salad with a bright flavor. Salt and pepper adjust the seasoning to taste before serving. This salad pairs well as a crunchy side dish and showcases raw vegetables in a simple yet structured preparation.
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Ingredients
- 1 medium 2 to 2 1/2 lb cabbage, super finely sliced
- 1 English cucumber thinly sliced into half circles
- 1 green onion chopped, or chives, bunch
- 2 cups sweet peas thawed in cold water
- 3-4 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil or sunflower oil
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar or to taste
- 2 Tbsp white vinegar or to taste
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Discard soft outer leaves of cabbage and thinly slice on a mandolin. Discard or eat the core. Transfer shredded cabbage to a large mixing bowl.
- Add sliced cucumbers, thawed peas and green onion and toss lightly to combine.
- Drizzle salad with 3 to 4 Tbsp oil, 2 Tbsp cider vinegar, 2 Tbsp white vinegar and toss to combine. Before serving, sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste (start with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper and go up from there). You can also add more vinegar to taste if your cabbage was larger.
Notes
- Using a mandolin to slice the cabbage finely helps achieve the best texture and consistency for the salad.
- Protect your hands with safety gloves when using the mandolin to avoid injury.
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