Swiss Chard and Cabbage Salad
2 servings
30 minutes
Swiss chard and cabbage salad is a fresh, vibrant, and nutritious option from Italian cuisine that combines the crunchy texture of cabbage, the tenderness of Swiss chard, and the sweet hint of carrots. This salad is complemented by cucumbers for juiciness and toasted almonds for a light nutty note. Dressed with sour cream, mayonnaise, and lemon juice, it achieves a balance of freshness and rich flavor. Parsley adds spice while fish sauce provides a subtle umami accent. This salad is perfect as a light appetizer or side dish to meat and fish dishes. The origins of this recipe trace back to traditional Italian village salads where fresh vegetables and aromatic additions create a harmony of flavors. This simple yet elegant dish delights the eye and provides an energy boost!
1
Chop cabbage, chard, carrot, cucumber, and parsley.
- Red cabbage: 1 glass
- Chard: 200 g
- Carrot: 2 pieces
- Cucumbers: 1 piece
- Parsley: 1 bunch
2
Mix all ingredients and serve.
- Roasted almonds: 0.3 glass
- Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
- Sour cream: 2 tablespoons
- Mayonnaise: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Fish sauce: to taste