Description
A crisp, colorful Mediterranean cabbage salad with fresh herbs and a zesty lemon dressing. Light, refreshing, and full of bright flavors.
Ingredients
6 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
1 large carrot, grated
3 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 2 lemons
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, grated carrot, green onions, parsley, and mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly until evenly coated.
- Let the salad sit for 10 to 15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Toss again before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
Add cucumber, cherry tomatoes, or bell peppers for extra freshness.
Include chickpeas for a more filling version.
Add crumbled feta or extra lemon juice for a tangier flavor.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Serve cold or at room temperature; do not reheat.
Toss before serving leftovers and refresh with a splash of lemon juice if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
