Red Cabbage Salad with Feta Cheese and Olives
Bright, bold, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Red Cabbage Salad with Feta Cheese and Olives is a showstopper for your table. Crisp and vibrant red cabbage forms the base, paired with tangy crumbles of feta cheese, briny black olives, and a zesty homemade dressing featuring lemon juice, honey, and a hint of garlic. Fresh parsley adds a fragrant herbaceous touch, while the dressing perfectly balances sweetness and acidity for a vibrant, well-rounded taste. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this colorful salad is ideal as a refreshing side dish or light lunch. Gluten-free and loaded with nutrients, it’s as healthy as it is delicious. Perfect for those seeking a quick and easy salad recipe with Mediterranean flair!
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Ingredients
- 1 medium head red cabbage
- 150 grams feta cheese
- 100 grams black olives (pitted)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Remove the outer leaves of the red cabbage and wash the head thoroughly.
Step 2
Slice the cabbage thinly using a sharp knife or a mandoline, and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Crumble the feta cheese into small chunks and add it to the bowl.
Step 4
Slice the black olives into halves and add them to the salad.
Step 5
Chop the fresh parsley finely and sprinkle it over the cabbage mixture.
Step 6
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the cabbage salad and toss everything thoroughly to coat the ingredients evenly.
Step 8
Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 9
Serve immediately as a side dish or refrigerate for up to 1 day before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1093.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1181.5 |
| Total Fat 88.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 28.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g | |
| Cholesterol 133.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3865.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 81.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.9g | |
| Protein 31.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1164.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2097.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories