Savoy cabbage, greens and orange salad
4 servings
30 minutes
Salad of savoy cabbage, greens, and oranges is a light, refreshing dish of Italian cuisine that combines the freshness of herbs with citrus brightness. Its roots can be traced to Mediterranean dietary traditions where vegetables and fruits play a key role. Crunchy savoy cabbage is complemented by fragrant parsley and basil, while oranges add subtle sweetness and acidity. The dressing made from champagne vinegar and olive oil elevates the flavor, while freshly ground black pepper adds a spicy note. This salad is perfect as a standalone light dish or as an accompaniment to fish and meat, creating a balance of freshness and richness.
1
Use a sharp knife to peel the oranges and carefully cut out the segments over a bowl. Squeeze in the remaining juice as well.
- Oranges: 2 pieces
- Oranges: 2 pieces
2
Cut the core of the cabbage and finely shred it to get about 2 cups.
- Savoy cabbage: 1 piece
3
In a small bowl, mix vinegar with 2 tablespoons of orange juice. Then slowly add olive oil.
- Champagne vinegar: 3 tablespoons
- Oranges: 2 pieces
- Extra virgin olive oil: 2 tablespoons
4
In a large bowl, mix cabbage, parsley, basil, green onions, and oranges. Drizzle with dressing, season with salt and pepper, and gently toss.
- Savoy cabbage: 1 piece
- Parsley leaves: 70 g
- Basil leaves: 1 glass
- Chopped green onion: 2 tablespoons
- Oranges: 2 pieces
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste