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Crunchy Red Cabbage Salad

A colorful and flavorful salad featuring crunchy red cabbage, fresh apples, and a creamy tahini dressing, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 600 g red cabbage, thinly sliced Look for bright, crisp cabbage.
  • 1 large red apple, thinly sliced Use ripe, juicy apples.
  • 2 Lebanese cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 150 g feta cheese, crumbled Dodoni feta is recommended for creaminess.
  • 1/2 cup raw walnuts, roughly chopped Substitute with pumpkin seeds for a nut-free option.
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup tahini or almond butter Choose tahini for a nut-free dressing.
  • 1 tablespoon honey Local honey is best for a floral note.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Maille is preferred for robust flavor.
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar Organic is best.
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Thinly shred the red cabbage using a food processor or mandoline.
  2. Slice the apple and Lebanese cucumbers.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Transfer all sliced ingredients to a large mixing bowl.
Making the Dressing
  1. Whisk together tahini, Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl or jar until smooth.
Assembling the Salad
  1. Add crumbled feta and chopped walnuts to the mixing bowl.
  2. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well until evenly coated.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator. Enjoy!

Notes

Best when served fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.