Summer Cabbage Salad

Summer Cabbage Salad

Embrace the freshness of summer with this crisp and vibrant cabbage salad. A medley of crunchy cabbage, sweet yellow peppers, juicy tomatoes, and protein-rich pinto beans creates a salad that's both satisfying and refreshing. Dressed with a tangy apple cider vinegar and pumpkin seed oil dressing, this salad offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. It's an ideal side dish for barbecues, picnics, or as a light lunch on warm days. Packed with nutrients and bursting with color, this summer cabbage salad is sure to become a seasonal favorite.

Instructions

  1. Start by finely shredding the cabbage. Place it in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Peel and thinly slice the onion. Add it to the bowl with the cabbage.
  3. Wash the yellow pepper, remove the seeds, and cut it into thin strips. Add to the bowl.
  4. Wash and dice the tomatoes, then add them to the mixture.
  5. Drain and rinse the pinto beans, then add them to the bowl with the vegetables.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, salt, and pumpkin seed oil to create the dressing.
  7. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.
  8. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or vinegar to your preference.
  9. For best flavor, cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  10. Before serving, give the salad a quick toss. You can garnish with some additional pumpkin seeds for extra crunch if desired.
  11. This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The vegetables may release some liquid, so give it a stir before serving leftovers.

Nutrition Facts

4 Servings per container
Serving Size 1 servings (300 g)
Amount per serving
Calories 342
% Daily Value
Total Fat 27 g
35%
Saturated Fat 3.5 g
18%
Trans Fat 0 g
0%
Cholesterol 0 mg
0%
Sodium 400 mg
17%
Total Carbohydrate 16 g
6%
Dietary Fiber 4 g
16%
Total Sugars 6 g
12%
Protein 11 g
22%
Vitamin D 0 mcg
0%
Calcium 60 mg
5%
Iron 2 mg
11%
Potassium 800 mg
23%
The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Nutrition information is an estimate and has been calculated automatically