Red Cabbage Salad - Happy Foods Tube (2024)

Crisp and vibrant red cabbage salad recipe. A refreshing blend of textures and flavors. Easy to make, perfect for a wholesome and colorful side dish.

This recipe is also naturally vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, and dairy-free.

How to make red cabbage salad

Ingredients:

• Red/purple cabbage
• Mandarin oranges
• Carrots
• Apples
• Olive oil
• Salt
• Black pepper

Tools:

• Chopping board & knife
• Vegetable peeler
• Medium size bowl – either for mixing or serving.
• Spoon & fork – or salad hands, tossers – anything to toss the ingredients around.

The process:

The whole preparation is easy. After you have peeled and grated carrots and apples, finely slice the cabbage. Drain mandarins, or peel when using fresh ones.

Next, get a large serving or mixing bowl and throw everything in. Add olive oil and seasoning. Toss and serve.

It is like a light version of coleslaw without mayonnaise.

Note: This is only a simple break-down of the recipe. To see the measurements and a detailed method, check the printable recipe card located at the bottom of this post.

Storage:

This simple salad with cabbage and carrots should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. This way, it should last up to 2-3 days. Note that the apples will discolor over time.

What to serve with it?

You can enjoy it on its own as a light snack or lunch.

Or, serve it alongside roast chicken or pork. It also goes well with grilled meats. Try and pair it with grilled chicken thighs or chicken kabobs.

Expert tips

Mandarins – use either fresh or canned. You can peel the skin off of the fresh ones or simply use those that come in a can to save you time. Or, leave the skins on! I like to chop them into tiny pieces.

Cutting the cabbage – I use a chef’s knife but you can use a mandolin or a food processor with the shredding disc.

You want to use a good quality olive oil. Extra virgin is the best, but the good ones can be too strong for some so feel free to use the regular kind. I don’t recommend substituting it with another type of oil, but if you really want you can.

Always wash your produce, especially when making fresh salads!

A drizzle of lemon juice and honey can be also added!

Frequently asked questions:

Is red and purple cabbage the same?

Yes, it is. You can also know it as red kraut or blue kraut. Fun fact: The color of its leaves changes according to the pH of the soil.

Does red cabbage need to be cooked?

No. It can be enjoyed raw in salads and side dishes like red cabbage slaw.

Do you need to wash red cabbage?

Yes, you do. You want to get rid of any dirt and possible insects that might still be hidden inside.

More easy cabbage recipes you might like to try:

• Braised red cabbage – This is a delicious side that goes so well with all kinds of meats from pork to turkey, or duck.
• Cabbage and bacon – Pair it with potatoes and serve it with roast chicken or pork loin.
• Cabbage and sausage foil packets

This is an old post that has been updated recently (2024). It is a simple recipe aimed to provide some nutrition for your body. It is fresh, natural and simple, but can be tweaked to your liking.

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