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This Greek cabbage salad is the perfect side dish. Think of it as a Greek coleslaw. It’s full of flavor from the herbs, and of course, the addition of olives. Add it to a sandwich, burger, or eat it on its own. You’ll want to devour this up.
Why you’ll love this Greek cabbage salad:
- Versatile: Add this to a burger, as a side, throw in any of your fav veggies, it’s totally adaptable
- Flavorful: The herbs, olives, and dressing make this Greek cabbage salad so tasty
- Healthy: Full of wholesome, healthy ingredients
Ingredients:
Cabbage: With 1 gram of fiber for every 10 calories, cabbage is so good for your digestion. It’s also full of nutrients that can help with your stomach and intestine health.
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Maria is the creator of FoodByMaria and your go-to Greek food expert for cozy, flavor-packed recipes. Inspired by her Mediterranean roots, she brings traditional Greek flavors, feel-good ingredients, and a whole lot of joy to everyday cooking.
Olive: Very high in vitamin E and other powerful antioxidants, olives are so good for you and are such a great addition to any recipe.
How to make Greek cabbage salad:
- To a large bowl add the shredded cabbage and sprinkle over the salt. Use your hands to massage the cabbage with the salt for a few minutes – this helps to just slightly soften the cabbage.
- To the cabbage add all of the remaining ingredients (pepper, olives, feta, dill, olive oil, red wine vinegar and dried oregano) and toss well. Serve and enjoy!
Expert Tips & FAQ:
What is a traditional Greek salad made of? Red onion, green pepper, olives, feta, tomatoes, and cucumber, with a red wine vinegar and oregano dressing. It’s fresh, and it’s delicious.
What is the difference between coleslaw and cabbage? Coleslaw is made from cabbage and often includes other shredded veggies like carrots and a creamy or vinegar-based dressing.
Why is my Greek salad watery? Cucumbers hold onto a ton of moisture, as do tomatoes. It’s best if you make Greek salad fresh to avoid it getting too watery.
Are olives and feta healthy? Like anything, in moderation. Olives provide nutrients and antioxidants, while feta provides calcium and a series of vitamins.
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Ingredients
- 1 small-medium green cabbage, shredded, (about 6-8 cups shredded)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- ¼ cup finely chopped black olives
- ¼ cup finely chopped green olives
- 6 green onions, chopped thin
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ⅓ cup chopped fresh dill
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
Start Cooking- To a large bowl add the shredded cabbage and sprinkle over the salt. Use your hands to massage the cabbage with the salt for a few minutes – this helps to just slightly soften the cabbage.
- To the cabbage add all of the remaining ingredients (pepper, olives, feta, dill, olive oil, red wine vinegar and dried oregano) and toss well. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- This would make an incredibly delicious side for our Greek Chicken Souvlaki
- If you love the simplicity of this salad, you’ll love our Maroulosalata salad recipe
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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This was delicious and so easy
Thank you so much, Liz!
this was really easy to make. and there’s something so satisfying about massaging the cabbage with the salt!
right! use this same technique with kale and it’ll blow your mind!