Vitamin salad with carrots and cabbage

4 servings

15 minutes

Vitamin salad with carrots and cabbage is a simple yet incredibly healthy and refreshing recipe rooted in European healthy eating traditions. Sweet crunchy carrots combined with tender cabbage create a harmonious flavor that is enhanced by a small amount of sugar and vinegar. The salad is light and fresh, and its natural juiciness makes it an ideal complement to meat or fish dishes. It’s not just a snack but a true source of vitamins and energy, especially beneficial in cold weather for supporting immunity. It can be enjoyed as a standalone dish or used as a side dish to add lightness and balance to the meal. It’s quick and easy to prepare, and its natural sweetness and mild sweet-sour taste will appeal to both adults and children.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 93.6
• Proteins: 2.3g
• Fats: 0.2g
• Carbohydrates: 20.8g

Ingredients

• White cabbage: 300 g
• Carrot: 3 pc
• Sugar: 3 tbsp
• Salt: pinch
• Vinegar: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Finely chop the cabbage, crush it by hand to soften. Place in a deep salad bowl, salt, and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • White cabbage: 300 g
   • Salt:  pinch

2. Grate the carrot on a coarse grater and add it to the cabbage. Sprinkle with sugar and mix thoroughly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 3 pieces
   • Sugar: 3 tablespoons

3. After 15-20 minutes, when the sugar melts and the salad releases some juice, add vinegar and mix everything again.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vinegar: 1 tablespoon

4. Serve at the table in half an hour, mixing beforehand. The salad should be juicy and aromatic.