# Cabbage Cucumber Salad
This easy and refreshing **Cabbage Cucumber Salad recipe** features olive oil and vinegar. It’s zesty, budget-friendly, and simple to whip up for any event.
Here, we take a particular delight in cabbage salads—it’s a big hit! We also have a similar recipe showcasing creamy purple cabbage.
## Recipe Overview
This Cabbage Cucumber Salad is a family favorite. It’s straightforward, light, and pairs well with nearly any dish. A beloved choice among Slavic cultures, this salad has countless adaptations. My version is quite basic yet packed with flavor.
– **FLAVOR**: Bright and tangy, enhanced by a dill-infused dressing.
– **TEXTURE**: The combination of cabbage and cucumber provides a delightful crunch, making it exceptionally refreshing.
– **TIME**: It can be prepared in just 10 minutes, ideal for hectic days.
– **SIMPlicity**: Uses only a few inexpensive ingredients and is easy to make.
## Required Ingredients
### Ingredient Highlights
– **Vegetables**: Green cabbage, cucumber, green onion
– **Dressing**: Fresh dill, white vinegar, olive oil, salt
## Optional Additions and Substitutions
– **Vegetable Variations**: Zucchini, carrots, radishes, garlic, etc.
– **Cheese Options**: Feta, mozzarella, goat cheese, etc.
– **Protein Additions**: Chicken, turkey, salami, ham, steak, etc.
– **Dressing Alternatives**: Greek Salad Dressing, Cilantro Lime Dressing, Ranch, etc.
## Preparation Instructions for Cabbage Cucumber Salad
1. **Slice the cabbage**: Cut the cabbage thinly and transfer it to a bowl.
2. **Prepare additional ingredients**: Chop the cucumber, green onion, and dill, then add them to the bowl.
3. **Mix the dressing**: Combine white vinegar, salt, and olive oil. Toss with the vegetables and serve.
**Pro Tip:** Use an olive oil dispenser to prevent spills when adding the oil.
## Cooking Tips
– **Consistent chopping**: Chop all ingredients to a similar size for even bites.
– **Finely chop dill**: Be sure to chop dill finely as it’s key to the dressing.
– **Dress at the end**: To maintain the salad’s freshness, add dressing at the last moment.
## Frequently Asked Questions
**Is cabbage nutritious?**
Absolutely! Cabbage is loaded with antioxidants and essential nutrients, including Vitamins K, C, folate, manganese, and B6.
**Is the dressing in this Cabbage Cucumber Salad keto-friendly?**
Yes, the dressing complies with Keto and Whole30 diets, containing no added sugars. It can also serve as a marinade for dishes like Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Breast.
## Serving Suggestions
This Cabbage Cucumber Salad, with its zesty and light dressing, complements a variety of dishes, including meats, sandwiches, soups, and other sides.
– **Meats**: BBQ Chicken Wings, Beef Brisket, Barbecue Pork Ribs, Air Fryer Chicken Thighs.
– **Sandwiches**: Classic BLT, Chipotle Burger, Turkey Croissant, etc.
– **Side Dishes**: Avocado Corn Salad, Greek Chicken Pasta Salad, Roasted Vegetables, etc.
– **Soups/Stews**: Chicken Tortilla Soup, Beef Chili, Braised Beef Stew, She Crab Soup.
### Prepare the Salad in Advance
– **Make ahead**: You can create the dressing and chop vegetables ahead, keeping them in separate airtight containers in the fridge. The veggies will stay fresh for 2-3 days.
– **Storage**: Keep the Cabbage Cucumber Salad in an airtight container for up to one day. For better longevity, store the dressing separately.
– **Freezing**: Freezing this salad isn’t advised as it may lose its texture.
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### Complete Recipe Instructions
#### Cabbage Cucumber Salad
– **Overview**: This is a refreshing Cabbage Cucumber Salad made with olive oil and vinegar. It’s easy, affordable, and great for any event.
#### Ratings
– Average: 4.75 out of 5
– Total Votes: 19
This recipe has received an average rating of 4.75 out of 5 stars from 4 votes, featuring various icons for printing, pinning, and commenting. Metadata includes the course (salad), cuisine (American, Russian), and dietary information (Gluten Free). Additionally, both preparation and total time are stated as 10 minutes, accommodating 8 servings.
Instructions
- Finely slice the cabbage and transfer it into a mixing bowl.
- Dice the cucumber, dill, and green onion, then add them to the bowl with the cabbage.
- Pour in the vinegar, salt, and olive oil, then stir well to mix all ingredients evenly.
Nutrition
Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | – Nutrition Facts:– Protein: 1g
– Fat: 7g
– Saturated Fat: 1g
– Sodium: 167mg
– Potassium: 243mg
– Fiber: 3g
– Sugar: 4g
– Vitamin A: 170 IU
– Vitamin C: 43.2mg
– Calcium: 51mg
– Iron: 0.6mg
*This recipe was originally published on September 1, 2015, and has undergone slight modifications since then.*
