Crispy cabbage salad topped with a dressing

 

Ingredients:

1 large cucumber, finely chopped

1/3 of a full head of green cabbage, shredded

1/3 of a whole red cabbage, finely chopped

1/3 of a medium onion, finely chopped or julienned

1 medium-sized carrot, finely chopped or julienned

2 cloves of minced garlic (about 20 grams)

1/4 tsp salt (divided and added according to taste)

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

2 tbsp of your favorite mustard

1 tbsp natural honey

1 tsp rice vinegar

1 tsp soy sauce

Handful of walnuts, chopped

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables

Finely shred the red and green cabbage and place them in a large salad bowl. Massage the green cabbage with 1/4 tsp of salt to bring out its tenderness.

Chop the cucumber and add it to the bowl with the cabbage. If desired, sprinkle a bit of the remaining salt over the cucumber.

Add the finely sliced onion to the bowl. Then, either julienne or grate the carrot into thin matchsticks and add to the other vegetables.

Chop the walnuts finely to retain their crunch, and toss them into the salad.

Step 2: Make the Dressing

In a small bowl, combine the rice vinegar, olive oil, honey, mustard, minced garlic, and soy sauce. Whisk until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning. Add more honey for sweetness or more vinegar for tanginess, depending on your preference.

Step 3: Toss the Salad

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat the vegetables evenly. Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy

Toss the salad once more before serving. Add additional salt if needed. This salad is perfect as an appetizer or a main meal if you add some protein. It's also a healthy side dish for dinner, or a great choice for picnics and potlucks.

Appreciate the crunch of the cucumber and cabbage in your handcrafted salad, topped with a spicy mustard dressing.