Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of our Middle Eastern Style Cabbage Salad, a delightful and crunchy dish thatβs perfect for any occasion. This salad combines the earthy crunch of green cabbage with sweet carrots, juicy red bell pepper, and refreshing cucumber, all tossed in a zesty dressing made from fresh lemon juice and aromatic sumac. Quick to prepare, this dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutritious ingredients, making it a fantastic addition to family gatherings or as a light meal on busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 2 medium carrots, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon sumac
Instructions
- Rinse and prepare all vegetables: shred cabbage, grate carrots, dice bell pepper and cucumber, and chop parsley.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared vegetables and toss gently.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and sumac until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving immediately or refrigerating for up to one hour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider including nuts like toasted almonds or sunflower seeds. Feel free to experiment with additional vegetables such as radishes or green onions for extra flavor.