Summer Salad with Red Cabbage, Lettuce, Onions & Tomatoes
This vibrant Summer Salad, featuring a combination of red cabbage, crisp lettuce, fresh onions, and juicy tomatoes, makes for a refreshing appetizer. The perfect balance of flavors and textures, this salad is enhanced with a simple dressing of lemon juice and honey that adds a hint of brightness and sweetness. It’s an easy, quick-to-make salad that is both light and healthy—ideal for those warm summer days. Serve it chilled for maximum enjoyment, paired with a light soup or sandwich for a full, satisfying meal.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Red cabbage (shredded) | 1/2 cup |
| Iceberg lettuce (shredded) | 1/2 cup |
| Onions (thinly sliced) | 1/3 cup |
| Tomatoes (deseeded, thinly sliced) | 1/3 cup |
| Salt | To taste |
| Lemon juice | 1 teaspoon |
| Honey | 1 teaspoon |
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Instructions:
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Prepare the vegetables: Start by slicing the red cabbage and iceberg lettuce into thin strips. Thinly slice the onions and deseed and slice the tomatoes.
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Combine the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded red cabbage, iceberg lettuce, thinly sliced onions, and tomatoes. Toss them together until well mixed.
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Chill the salad: For the best flavor, refrigerate the salad for about 30 minutes. This will enhance the crunchiness and refresh the vegetables.
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Season and dress: Just before serving, season the salad with salt to taste. Drizzle the lemon juice and honey over the mixture, and toss everything together until well-coated.
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Serve and enjoy: Serve the salad immediately after tossing. It pairs wonderfully with a light soup like Beetroot Gazpacho and a hearty sandwich such as a Roasted Vegetable Panini with Feta Cheese. For a sweet ending, enjoy with a scoop of Strawberry Banana Sorbet.
Cuisine: Continental
Course: Appetizer
Diet: Vegetarian
This simple yet delightful Summer Salad with red cabbage, lettuce, onions, and tomatoes is perfect for those looking for a light and refreshing addition to their summer meals. Whether it’s a family gathering or a casual lunch, it’s bound to be a hit!
