Description
The “Crunchy Cabbage Delight with Zesty Dijon-Lime Dressing” is a vivid and refreshing salad, ideal for those seeking a nutritious yet flavorful meal option. Combining the crisp textures of various vegetables with the tangy and spicy undertones of a homemade dressing, this salad is perfect as a standalone meal or as an accompaniment to other dishes. The inclusion of diverse ingredients such as almonds, sumac, and Dijon mustard transforms this simple cabbage salad into a unique culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage (approximately 1/2 head of green cabbage)
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage (approximately 1/4 head of red cabbage)
- 1 cup grated carrots (from about 3 medium carrots)
- 2 green onions, trimmed and chopped (both white and green parts)
- 1 red bell pepper, cored and cut into thin sticks
- 4 radishes, halved and thinly sliced
- 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
- Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 limes, juiced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sumac
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Toast the Almonds Start by toasting 1 cup of sliced almonds in a large pan coated with a thin layer of olive oil over medium heat. Stir continuously until they turn golden, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make the Dijon-Lime Vinaigrette In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, the juice from 2 limes, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/3 cup of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon sumac, and an optional 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes. Whisk thoroughly and season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
- Prepare the Salad In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbages, grated carrots, chopped onions, sliced red bell pepper, sliced radishes, chopped parsley, and dill. Season the mixture with a few pinches of kosher salt and 1 teaspoon of sumac. Mix in 3/4 of the toasted almonds.
- Dress and Chill Pour the previously prepared Dijon-Lime Vinaigrette over the salad. Toss everything together gently to coat evenly. If possible, cover and refrigerate the dressed salad for 30 minutes to 1 hour to enhance the flavors and slightly soften the cabbage.
- Finish and Serve Before serving, toss the salad again to refresh the mix and garnish with the remaining toasted almonds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: N/A