Cabbage Cucumber Salad with Fresh Dill and Simple Dressing Recipe
A refreshing and quick-to-make Cabbage Cucumber Salad featuring shredded green cabbage, crisp pickling cucumbers, and fresh dill, all tossed in a simple olive oil and apple cider vinegar dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack with vibrant flavors and a satisfying crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 lb young green cabbage, shredded
- 2-3 small pickling cucumbers or ¾ of an English cucumber, peeled and cut into half-moons
- ½ cup fresh dill
Dressing
- 1½ tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (6%) or white cider vinegar (5%)
- 1 tsp salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the cabbage: Thinly slice the green cabbage using a sharp, large knife. Transfer the cabbage to a large mixing bowl and sprinkle with salt and cracked black pepper to season.
- Massage the cabbage: Using your hands, stir and gently massage the cabbage for a few minutes to soften it and evenly distribute the seasoning throughout the cabbage.
- Prepare the cucumbers and dill: Slice the cucumbers into half-moon shapes. Chop the fresh dill if necessary and add both cucumbers and dill to the bowl with the cabbage.
- Add dressing and mix: Drizzle the olive oil and vinegar over the salad. Mix everything thoroughly to combine all ingredients and flavors.
- Serve or chill: Serve the salad immediately for a crisp and fresh taste, or refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and chill the salad before serving.
Notes
- For a crisper salad, use pickling cucumbers as they are less watery than English cucumbers.
- You can adjust the amount of salt and vinegar depending on your taste preference.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- Try adding a pinch of sugar or a little honey if you prefer a slightly sweet dressing.
- For added texture, consider garnishing with toasted sunflower seeds or walnuts.
