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Greek Cabbage Salad

Crisp and Zesty Greek Cabbage Salad for Fresh Flavor Boost

This Greek Cabbage Salad is a vibrant, healthy dish packed with fresh vegetables and a tangy vinegar dressing.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Marination Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large white cabbage Can replace with a mix of white and red cabbage.
  • 1 small tomato Use ripe tomatoes; add just before serving to avoid moisture loss.
  • 1 medium green bell pepper Can substitute with red or yellow bell peppers.
  • 1 small carrot Grate finely for better integration.
  • 1 medium red onion Can use scallions for milder taste.
For the Dressing
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Fresh oregano will provide a more pungent flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil.
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used if preferred.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • mandoline slicer
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Finely shred the large white cabbage and place it in a mixing bowl.
  2. Grate the small carrot and then thinly slice the small tomato, green bell pepper, and red onion, adding them to the bowl.
  3. Sprinkle dried oregano over the mixture, followed by a pinch of kosher salt and pepper, and toss gently.
  4. Drizzle olive oil and red wine vinegar over the salad and massage the ingredients together for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Before serving, toss the salad again and add sliced tomato if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Avoid freezing as the texture will change.

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