Ingredients
Scale
The beauty of this salad lies in its simplicity. With a handful of fresh ingredients, you can recreate this family favorite in your own kitchen.
- 4 cups of finely shredded green cabbage
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey (can substitute with maple syrup for a vegan option)
- Salt and pepper to taste
As a tip from Mama Lou, if you’re out of fresh dill, you can substitute it with dried dill, but be sure to adjust the quantity to about 1 tablespoon since dried herbs are more potent.
Instructions
Recreating this salad is straightforward and quick, much like Mama Lou’s approach to cooking—simple yet full of love.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, sliced cucumbers, and red onion. Toss them gently to mix.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Sprinkle the chopped dill over the salad, and give it one last gentle toss.
- Allow the salad to sit for at least 10 minutes before serving. This resting time lets the flavors meld together beautifully.
As Mama Lou always said, “Patience is a key ingredient.” Letting the salad rest makes all the difference in flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International