Indulge in the crisp, refreshing flavours of our Red Cabbage & Apple Salad, a dish that celebrates the harmonious blend of sweet and tangy. With its vibrant colours and nutrient-packed ingredients, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a powerhouse of health. Perfect for a light lunch or as a side to your main course
Takes 15 minutesminutes
Serves 4
Ingredients
1/2head of red cabbageabout 500g
2medium applesabout 300g
2carrotsabout 250g
60gof walnuts
1/2red onion (optional)about 100g
1tbsplemon juice
Small bunch of fresh herb of choicecoriander, flat parsley, basil etc.
Dressing:
30mlof apple cider vinegar
1tbspof maple syrup
1tbspof Dijon mustardor other mustard
60mlof olive oil
Salt & pepperto taste
Instructions
Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together the apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to create your dressing.
Prep Cabbage, carrot and Apple: Thinly slice the red cabbage into thin strips. Julienne the apple and carrot slicing them into thin matchstick pieces. Toss the apple slices in lemon juice to prevent browning.
Slice Red Onion (if using) & herbs: Peel the red onion and slice it thinly. Finely slice the herbs you are using
Combine Salad Ingredients: Toss the sliced red cabbage, apples, carrot, herbs and red onions together in a large salad bowl.
Toast the Walnuts: Lightly toast the walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant and they start to caramelise and smell fantastic! Then allow to cool.
Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the cabbage, carrot, apple, herbs and onion mixture and toss until evenly coated.
Add Walnuts and Serve: Top the salad with the toasted walnuts just before serving to maintain their crunch.
