Mediterranean Red Cabbage Slaw: Crunchy, Colorful & Easy to Make
Mediterranean Red Cabbage Slaw: Bold, Beautiful & Ready in Minutes
This vibrant Mediterranean slaw is everything a great salad should be — crunchy, colorful, and bursting with flavor. With red cabbage, sweet carrots, fresh herbs, and a cumin-spiced vinaigrette, it’s a fresh twist that’s perfect for any table. Roasted seeds add the perfect crunch, making every bite satisfying and full of texture.
Don’t be fooled by its complex flavor — this slaw is incredibly easy to make. Shred the veggies, roast your seeds and nuts, whisk up a tangy Mediterranean-style vinaigrette, and toss. Let it rest for a few minutes so the flavors can mingle, and you’re ready to serve. It’s a crowd-pleaser that works as a side dish, light lunch, or colorful party salad.
- Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free
- , Veggies
- , Salads
- , Mediterranean
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
3 minutes
Serves:
4 ppl
Ingredients
1/3 red cabbage
2 carrots
1 cup chopped herbs
choose or mix: parsley, mint, cilantro
1 cup mix of seeds:
sunflower, pumpkin seeds, pignolis, etc.
— Vinaigrette:
4 Tbsp olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
1 Tbsp maple syrup or honey
1 crushed garlic clove
1-1.5 tsp cumin
Salt
Directions
1. Shred the cabbage to thin strips, slice the carrots to thin slices, and chop the parsley. Place all in a large bowl.
2. Roast your choice of seeds (one or mix of) in a pan with 1 Tbsp oil, just until slightly brown. Add to the cabbage.
3. Mix well all ingredients of your vinaigrette in a separate bowl, add to the salad, and mix well. Let sit at least 30-60 min before serving. (Keep on the counter, in room temperature. If longer than an hour, keep in the fridge.)
* Tip: start with 1/2 tsp cumin and taste after mixing with the cabbage. Cumin tends to be a fairly dominant spice.
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