Red Cabbage Slaw With Apple (Printer View)

Crisp red cabbage, sweet apple, and Parmesan in tangy vinaigrette. A vibrant 15-minute vegetarian side dish.

# Components:

→ Vegetables & Fruit

01 - 1 small head red cabbage (about 1.3 lbs), finely shredded
02 - 1 large crisp apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), julienned or coarsely grated
03 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

→ Cheese

04 - 2.1 oz Parmesan cheese, shaved or coarsely grated

→ Dressing

05 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
06 - 1.5 tbsp apple cider vinegar
07 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
08 - 1 tsp honey
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

10 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, optional

# Method:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded red cabbage, julienned apple, and thinly sliced spring onions.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
03 - Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well to coat evenly.
04 - Add the shaved Parmesan cheese and gently toss again to combine.
05 - Transfer to a serving platter or bowl. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately for maximum crunch, or chill for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Nutrient-Dense: Packed with vitamins from fresh red cabbage and fruit.
  • Perfect Balance: Features a delightful mix of sweet, salty, and tangy notes.
  • Quick and Easy: Requires no cooking and can be prepared in just 15 minutes.
  • Versatile: Fits into Vegetarian and Gluten-Free diets seamlessly.
02 -
  • Maintain Crunch: If preparing in advance, wait to add the dressing and salt until 30 minutes before serving to keep the cabbage from softening too much.
  • Prevent Browning: Toss the julienned apples in a little lemon juice or part of the dressing immediately after cutting to prevent oxidation.
  • Cheese Texture: Shaving the Parmesan with a peeler creates beautiful ribbons that provide a better mouthfeel than fine grating.
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