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This crisp cabbage salad with lemon-garlic vinaigrette feels like a lightened-up version of coleslaw with a tangy lemon dressing and a light mix of fresh herbs.
Prep/Cook Time: 25 Minutes, Servings: 6
Ingredients
Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette
- ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 5 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- Ground pepper to taste
Cabbage Salad
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
- 8 cups shredded cabbage (preferably red and green mixed)
Directions
- Combine olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Shake until well blended.
- Whisk ½ cup vinaigrette, chives, parsley, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add cabbage and toss to coat. Let stand for 10 minutes. Toss again; serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 hour.
Nutritional Information
Per Serving: 111 Calories, Total Fat: 10 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Carbohydrates: 6 g, Fiber: 3 g, Total Sugars: 3 g, Protein: 1 g, Sodium: 339 mg, Potassium: 177 mg, Phosphorus: 27 mg, Iron: 1 mg, Folate: 44 mcg, Calcium: 42 mg, Vitamin A: 263 IU, Vitamin C: 38 mg
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