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A tall mound of freshly made crunchy cabbage salad featuring shredded green and red cabbage and carrots.

Easy Crunchy Cabbage Salad with Tangy Vinaigrette


  • Author: Lina Kohn
  • Total Time: 15 min
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Prepare this quick, crisp cabbage salad featuring a bright, tangy vinegar-based dressing. It makes a refreshing side dish for any meal.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
  • 2 medium carrots, shredded
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper


Instructions

  1. Combine the shredded green cabbage, purple cabbage, shredded carrots, and sliced red onion in a large bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, celery seeds, salt, and pepper until well combined. This is your dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture.
  4. Toss all ingredients thoroughly until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
  5. For best flavor, let the salad rest for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the cabbage to absorb the dressing.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, add 1/4 cup of sunflower seeds or toasted sesame seeds just before serving.
  • If you prefer a sweeter dressing, increase the maple syrup to 1.5 tablespoons.
  • This salad holds up well for meal prepping; store the dressing separately if preparing more than two days in advance.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Tossing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 95
  • Sugar: 6
  • Sodium: 180
  • Fat: 6
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 10
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 1
  • Cholesterol: 0