Green Cabbage Cucumber Salad
Green Cabbage Cucumber Salad is an invigorating and nutritious dish that adds a burst of color and flavor to any meal. This easy-to-make salad combines crisp green cabbage, refreshing cucumber, and a zesty dressing, making it perfect for summer barbecues or as a light lunch option. Packed with essential vitamins yet low in calories, this salad is not only delicious but also caters to various dietary preferences. In just minutes, you can create an impressive and healthy addition to your dining table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (parsley or dill)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and prepare vegetables: Thinly slice the cabbage, dice the cucumber, and slice the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, cucumber, onion, and fresh herbs. Toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or let sit for 15 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg