🥗 Mediterranean Cabbage & Cucumber Salad
Serves: 2–3
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
🥬 Salad:
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2 cups shredded cabbage (green or Napa)
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½ cucumber, thinly sliced
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½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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2 green onions, chopped
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1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
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Optional: 1 small tomato, diced (adds Mediterranean flavor)
🍋 Dressing:
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2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (or apple cider vinegar)
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½ tsp Dijon mustard (optional for tang)
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¼ tsp black pepper
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¼ tsp sea salt (or to taste)
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Optional: ¼ tsp dried oregano or za’atar for authentic Mediterranean aroma
Instructions
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Prepare the vegetables:
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Shred the cabbage, slice the cucumber and bell pepper, and chop the green onions.
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Add them all to a large mixing bowl.
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Make the dressing:
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In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, black pepper, and salt until emulsified.
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Toss and serve:
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Pour the dressing over the veggies.
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Add chopped herbs (dill or parsley) and toss everything well to coat evenly.
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Let it sit for 5–10 minutes before serving for best flavor.
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💡 Optional Add-Ins
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Protein boost: Add chickpeas, tuna, or grilled chicken.
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Healthy fats: Sprinkle with toasted sunflower seeds, walnuts, or feta cheese.
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Extra zest: Add a few olives or capers for a salty Mediterranean touch.
Nutritional Perks
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Low in calories, high in fiber, and rich in antioxidants.
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The olive oil + lemon combo promotes digestion and heart health.
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Ideal for light dinners or lunch — refreshing, hydrating, and very filling!
