Sweetheart Cabbage Salad with Apple

Sweetheart Cabbage Salad with Apple is a fresh and crisp side dish that works well with many meals. This salad uses seasonal ingredients to create a light texture. The sweetness from the fruit balances the mild flavour of the cabbage perfectly. It takes very little time to prepare and serves as a healthy addition to your lunch or dinner.
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Good reasons to make sweetheart cabbage salad with apple

This Sweetheart Cabbage Salad with Apple is popular because it stays crunchy even after being dressed. It provides a natural sweetness that appeals to both adults and children. You can easily adjust the ingredients based on what you have in your kitchen. It is a great way to eat more vegetables without much effort.

How to prepare sweetheart cabbage salad with apple

Step 1
Prepare cabbage: Remove the outer leaves from the sweetheart cabbage and cut it in half lengthways. Slice the cabbage into very thin strips and place them in a large mixing bowl. Rinse the cabbage under cold water if needed and pat it dry with a clean cloth.
Step 2
Slice apples: Wash the apples and remove the cores before cutting them into thin slices or small cubes. Add the apple pieces to the bowl with the cabbage immediately to prevent them from turning brown. Toss them gently so they are mixed well.
Step 3
Make dressing: Pour the olive oil and apple cider vinegar into a small jar or bowl. Add the honey along with a pinch of salt and black pepper to the liquid. Shake or whisk the ingredients together until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
Step 4
Finish salad: Pour the dressing over the vegetables and fruit in the bowl. Roughly chop the walnuts and sprinkle them over the top for extra crunch. Toss everything one last time and serve your Sweetheart Cabbage Salad with Apple straight away.

My best tips for sweetheart cabbage salad with apple

To keep your Sweetheart Cabbage Salad with Apple as fresh as possible, add the dressing just before serving. If you want a bit more tang, you can add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the mix. Toasting the walnuts in a dry pan for a few minutes will bring out a deeper flavour. You can also swap the walnuts for sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds if you prefer. Using a mandoline slicer helps to get the cabbage strips very thin and uniform. This salad is best eaten on the day it is made to ensure the fruit stays crisp.

Sweetheart Cabbage Salad with Apple can also be stored in the fridge for a few hours if necessary.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 sweetheart cabbage
  • 2 red apples
  • 50 grams walnuts
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper

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Nutrition information

NUTRITIONper serving
  • Energy:1054 kJ / 252 kcal
  • Fat:18.3 g
  • - of which saturates:2.2 g
  • Carbohydrates:20.8 g
  • - of which sugars:15 g
  • Protein:4.6 g
  • Fibre:5.4 g
  • Salt:114 mg

People also ask

Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one day. The apples might soften slightly over time, but the Sweetheart Cabbage Salad with Apple will still taste good.
Yes, you can add raisins or dried cranberries for extra sweetness. Some people also like to add thinly sliced red onion or grated carrots to their Sweetheart Cabbage Salad with Apple for more colour.
This salad is very versatile and pairs perfectly with roasted chicken or grilled pork chops. It also works well as a fresh side dish for a simple pasta meal or a piece of baked fish.
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