Purple Cabbage & Apple Gut-Healing Salad Recipe
This vibrant Purple Cabbage & Apple Gut-Healing Salad is a crunchy, flavorful blend designed to nourish your digestive system. Combining fiber-rich purple cabbage, tart-sweet apples, and a tangy apple cider vinegar dressing, it promotes gut health while delivering a satisfying taste experience. Optional walnuts and dried cranberries add texture and subtle sweetness, making this salad a refreshing and healthful addition to your meal plan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 small head of purple cabbage, shredded
- 2 medium apples, thinly sliced (any variety)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional)
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Shred the cabbage: Using a sharp knife or mandoline, thinly slice the purple cabbage. For convenience, you can use pre-shredded cabbage from the store.
- Slice the apples: Thinly slice the apples with the skin on to retain extra fiber. To prevent browning, toss the apple slices in a small amount of lemon juice if desired.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and black pepper until well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Combine everything: In a large bowl, toss the shredded cabbage, apple slices, walnuts, and dried cranberries (if using) with the dressing. Mix thoroughly to ensure even coating.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy this salad fresh for best texture and flavor. If preparing ahead, keep the dressing separate and add right before serving to maintain crunch.
Notes
- Store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- If the dressing is added in advance, the cabbage will soften over time; keeping dressing separate is recommended for meal prep.
- Apples might brown slightly after storage but will remain delicious.
- Use maple syrup instead of honey to make this salad vegan-friendly.
- Adding walnuts boosts healthy fats and adds crunch but can be omitted for nut-free diets.
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