Description
Zesty cabbage, carrot, and apple salad dances with crisp textures and tangy sweetness. Fresh ingredients blend perfectly, offering a light, refreshing side dish that energizes your meal with cool Nordic-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 200–400 grams (7–14 ounces) cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 large carrot, peeled and grated
- 1 green apple, cored and thinly sliced
Herbs and Aromatics:
- 1 spring onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon dill or parsley, chopped
Dressing and Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Thoroughly clean cabbage, carrot, apple, and spring onions under cool running water to remove any dirt or debris.
- Use a sharp mandoline or knife to finely shred the cabbage into delicate, uniform strips, creating a light and airy base for the salad.
- Peel the carrot and grate it using a box grater, producing thin, wispy strands that will blend seamlessly with the cabbage.
- Core the green apple and slice it into delicate matchstick-sized pieces, maintaining a consistent size for balanced texture.
- Chop fresh herbs like dill or parsley into small, fragrant pieces to add a vibrant layer of flavor.
- Transfer the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, apple matchsticks, and chopped spring onions into a spacious mixing bowl.
- Sprinkle the herbs over the vegetable mixture, distributing them evenly for consistent flavor in each bite.
- Drizzle fresh lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil over the salad, ensuring each ingredient gets lightly coated.
- Season with salt, tasting and adjusting to achieve the perfect balance of flavors.
- Gently toss all ingredients, allowing the dressing to blend and create a harmonious mixture.
- Refrigerate the salad for 15 minutes at 40°F to allow flavors to meld and develop a refreshing, crisp taste.
- Serve chilled as a light side dish or quick, nutritious meal, enjoying the vibrant colors and fresh ingredients.
Notes
- Slice ingredients uniformly to ensure consistent texture and even dressing distribution.
- Opt for green apples like Granny Smith for a tart crunch that balances the salad’s flavors.
- Massage cabbage lightly with salt to soften its texture and reduce raw intensity.
- Consider adding toasted nuts like almonds or sunflower seeds for extra crunch and protein boost.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg