Crisp red cabbage, sweet apple, and Parmesan tossed in tangy vinaigrette for a vibrant, crunchy side dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables & Fruit
01 - 1 small head red cabbage (about 1.3 lbs), finely shredded
02 - 1 large crisp apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), julienned or coarsely grated
03 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
→ Cheese
04 - 2.1 oz Parmesan cheese, shaved or coarsely grated
→ Dressing
05 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
06 - 1.5 tbsp apple cider vinegar
07 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
08 - 1 tsp honey
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Garnish
10 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, optional
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded red cabbage, julienned apple, and thinly sliced spring onions.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until fully emulsified.
03 - Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure even coating of all components.
04 - Add the shaved Parmesan cheese and gently toss the salad again to distribute evenly.
05 - Transfer to a serving platter or bowl and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
06 - Serve immediately for optimal crunchiness, or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
