Mediterranean Diet Crunchy Red Cabbage Salad
Bright, flavorful, and bursting with wholesome ingredients, this Mediterranean Diet Crunchy Red Cabbage Salad is a vibrant celebration of fresh produce. Thinly sliced red cabbage forms the perfect crunchy base, complemented by sweet carrots, crisp cucumber, and colorful red bell pepper. A tangy, zesty dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and garlic ties everything together, while a sprinkle of feta cheese and briny black olives add a touch of Mediterranean indulgence. Packed with antioxidants, fiber, and heart-healthy fats, this no-cook salad is not only a delight for the taste buds but also a nutritious addition to your meal plan. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s ideal as a refreshing side dish or a light main course—perfect for weeknight dinners or laid-back gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 small head red cabbage
- 2 medium carrot
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 0.5 cup black olives
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves and core from the red cabbage. Thinly slice the cabbage using a sharp knife or a mandoline for uniform slices.
Peel and grate the carrots. Thinly slice the red bell pepper and cucumber. Thinly slice half a red onion.
Chop the fresh parsley and set aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced cabbage, grated carrot, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and minced garlic. Stir in the salt and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to ensure all the ingredients are coated evenly.
Crumble feta cheese over the salad and add the black olives.
Gently toss again and serve immediately or allow the salad to sit for up to 20 minutes for flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
957 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.4 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2766 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.8 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.5 g | ||
| Protein | 22.3 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 797 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2502 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
