Everyday Cabbage Salad
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
150 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Everyday Cabbage Salad
Description
This salad features a mix of green and red cabbage with shredded carrot, tossed with a dressing of cider vinegar, vegetable oil, Dijon mustard, white sugar, and salt shaken together to combine flavors. After dressing, the salad rests for 20 minutes, allowing the cabbage to wilt slightly and release juices, resulting in a juicy yet crisp texture. The recipe supports various adaptations such as substituting vinegars or including garlic, ginger, or herbs to complement different cuisine styles—Asian, Indian, Middle Eastern, Mexican, or Mediterranean. The straightforward assembly creates a balanced slaw that is juicy, fresh, and tangy, making it a versatile side for many meals.
Variations include replacing cider vinegar with rice or red wine vinegar, adding soy or sesame oil for Asian flavors, or incorporating minced garlic and spices for other regional twists. The salad can be prepared ahead, and leftover dressed cabbage wilts like coleslaw, remaining enjoyable for several days when stored properly.
Enjoy this cabbage salad alongside roasted meats, grilled dishes, or as a refreshing counterpart to spicy or rich foods.
Ingredients
Salad:
- 5 cups green cabbage shredded
- 2 cups red cabbage or more green, shredded
- 1 cup carrot or more cabbage, shredded
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil or canola or light olive oil
- 1 1/2 - 2 tbsp white sugar adjust to taste
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Shake Dressing ingredients in a jar. Start with 1 1/2 tbsp sugar and adjust to taste.
- Place Salad ingredients in a large bowl. Pour over Dressing, toss. Set aside 20 minutes - mound will reduce by almost half and become juicy! Serve.
Notes
- Store chopped cabbage and dressing separately in the fridge for up to one week, combining when ready to serve.
- Adding garlic to the dressing limits its storage life to about three days once combined.
- Use this salad as a side to roasted or grilled dishes; it pairs well with diverse cuisines.
- Letting the salad rest after dressing reduces volume and softens the cabbage, improving texture and juiciness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 150 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 150cal | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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