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Fresh Red Cabbage Slaw Recipe Easy Crunchy Tangy Summer Side Dish

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A quick and easy fresh red cabbage slaw with a perfect balance of crunch, tang, and sweetness, ideal for summer barbecues and potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 small head red cabbage (about 4 cups shredded)
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and shredded
  • 2 stalks green onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup toasted sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables: Remove outer leaves of red cabbage if wilted. Cut cabbage into quarters and finely shred into thin ribbons (about 4 cups). Peel and shred carrots, thinly slice green onions, and chop parsley if using.
  2. Toast the seeds: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add sunflower or pumpkin seeds and toast, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant (3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool.
  3. Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Toss the slaw: In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, green onions, and parsley. Pour dressing over and toss thoroughly to coat. Fold in toasted seeds gently to keep them crunchy.
  5. Chill and serve: Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld and cabbage soften slightly. Toss again before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

Toast seeds fresh before adding for best flavor and crunch. Shred cabbage as thinly as possible to avoid bitterness and sogginess. Chill at least 30 minutes for best flavor but can be served immediately if needed. Store in airtight container up to 2 days. For vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup. Variations include adding cayenne for heat or sliced apples for sweetness.

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