Description
A crisp and colorful red cabbage salad featuring sweet apples, crunchy toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, and a tangy apple cider vinaigrette. This healthy and vibrant salad is perfect as a refreshing side dish for any meal and is packed with nutrient-rich ingredients.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups red cabbage, finely shredded
- 2 crisp apples, thinly sliced
- ½ cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely shredded red cabbage, thinly sliced apples, toasted and chopped walnuts, dried cranberries, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped fresh parsley. Toss gently to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the salad mixture. Toss everything well to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Let it Rest: Allow the salad to rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. This resting time helps the flavors meld together for a more harmonious taste experience.
Notes
- Use green or Honeycrisp apples for the best balance of sweetness and crunch.
- Add crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese for extra richness and creaminess.
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container and consume within 2 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
