Red Cabbage Salad is a nutrient-dense dish that adds a distinct flavor and health benefits to your table. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing side dish or a delicious main course, red cabbage salad is a versatile option for any meal. Everything you need to know to make the perfect red cabbage salad, from choosing the freshest ingredients to mastering the different dressing options.
Red Cabbage Salad
Red cabbage salad is more than just a visually stunning dish it's packed with nutrients, versatile, and easy to prepare whether you prefer it with a simple olive oil and vinegar dressing or a more complex asian-inspired dressing, this salad is sure to add a touch of flavor to any meal.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Place the thinly sliced red cabbage in a bowl and sprinkle with a little salt. Add some water to cover the cabbage and mix well. Give it several minutes to settle.
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Drain the cabbage and transfer it to a deep bowl.
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Add minced garlic, pepper, parsley, green onions, peanuts, and diced apples to the bowl with the cabbage.
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Pour in the soy sauce, vinegar, spices, sesame oil, and sunflower oil.
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Till all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed, stir everything together.
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It's now time to savor your tasty red cabbage salad.
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I hope you enjoy making and eating this tasty salad.
Servings: 6 ServingCalories:372kcalTotal Fat:32gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium:52mgPotassium:528mgTotal Carbohydrate:24gDietary Fiber: 4gSugars: 14gProtein:7gVitamin A: 1522IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 93mgIron: 1.58mg
Note
- Let the cabbage sit in the salt water for a bit longer (up to 30 minutes) for a more tender salad.
- Taste the salad as you go and adjust the amount of soy sauce, vinegar, and spices to your liking.
- Feel free to add other ingredients you enjoy, such as shredded carrots, chopped walnuts, or dried cranberries.
- The salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
