Mediterranean Diet Napa Cabbage Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Napa Cabbage Salad, a refreshing twist on traditional greens. Bursting with crisp Napa cabbage, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy cucumber, this salad is perfectly complemented by the bold flavors of Kalamata olives, red onion, and creamy feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty lemon-oregano dressing made with heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil, this dish is not only delicious but also aligns with wholesome Mediterranean diet principles. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this 20-minute no-cook recipe is ideal as a light, nutritious lunch or a colorful side dish for your next meal. Enjoy the fresh, tangy, and savory medley of flavors while staying true to your healthy lifestyle!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Napa cabbage
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Start by washing the head of Napa cabbage thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Slice the Napa cabbage into thin strips, discarding the core. Place the sliced cabbage into a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Rinse and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add them to the bowl with the cabbage.

Step 4

Peel the cucumber and cut it into thin slices; then add to the bowl.

Step 5

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad.

Step 6

Slice the Kalamata olives in half lengthwise and add them to the bowl.

Step 7

Crumble the feta cheese into the salad bowl.

Step 8

In a small mixing bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together to make the dressing.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.

Step 10

Toss everything together gently to ensure the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 11

Finely chop the fresh parsley and use it as a garnish on top of the salad before serving.

Step 12

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1525.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1163.9

Total Fat 90.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 3560.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g	0%
Total Sugars 24.8g
Protein 24.6g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 1228.3mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 2944.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.9%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 20.6%