Minty Summer Salad with Red Cabbage, Lettuce, Onions & Tomatoes
Refreshing, vibrant, and packed with flavor, this simple yet delicious salad combines fresh vegetables with a minty twist. Ideal for a healthy, cooling appetizer on a warm day.
Description:
This Minty Summer Salad is a perfect blend of crunchy vegetables and a light, refreshing dressing. Made with shredded red cabbage, crisp iceberg lettuce, thinly sliced onions, and juicy tomatoes, the salad is both flavorful and healthy. The tangy hint of lemon juice and the subtle sweetness from honey make this salad an irresistible choice for summer. Best served chilled, it offers a revitalizing start to any meal, especially when paired with a cooling beetroot gazpacho or a roasted vegetable panini.
Cuisine: Continental
Course: Appetizer
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Red cabbage (shredded) | 1/2 cup |
| Iceberg lettuce (shredded) | 1/2 cup |
| Onions (thinly sliced) | 1/3 cup |
| Salt | To taste |
| Tomatoes (deseeded and thinly sliced) | 1/3 cup |
| Lemon juice | 1 teaspoon |
| Honey | 1 teaspoon |
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Instructions:
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Prepare the Vegetables: Start by cutting the red cabbage and iceberg lettuce into thin shreds. Slice the onions thinly and deseed and slice the tomatoes.
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Assemble the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded red cabbage, lettuce, thinly sliced onions, and tomatoes. Toss everything together to mix evenly.
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Chill the Salad: For the best flavor and texture, chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This helps the vegetables stay crisp and allows the flavors to meld together.
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Prepare the Dressing: Just before serving, drizzle the salad with lemon juice and honey. Season with salt to taste, and toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated.
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Serve: Once well-mixed, serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer. The Minty Summer Salad pairs wonderfully with dishes like Beetroot Gazpacho Soup and a Roasted Vegetable Panini Sandwich with Feta Cheese. For the perfect summer meal, finish with a Strawberry Banana Sorbet for a sweet, light dessert.
Serving Suggestions:
This salad is perfect for a summer BBQ, picnic, or a light lunch. It can also be served as a side dish to a heavier meal or as an accompaniment to a protein-rich main course.
Nutritional Information (per serving, approximate):
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~45 kcal |
| Protein | ~1 g |
| Carbohydrates | ~10 g |
| Fiber | ~2 g |
| Sugars | ~5 g |
| Fat | ~0.5 g |
| Sodium | ~150 mg |
Enjoy the vibrant crunch and refreshing flavors of this Minty Summer Salad with Red Cabbage, Lettuce, Onions & Tomatoes — a simple yet nutritious addition to your summer meals!
