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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.
Maria Koutsogiannia
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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Looking forward to making this. Should I use regular (fine) salt or Kosher salt?
Looking forward to making this. Should I use regular (fine) salt or Kosher salt?
I always do Kosher Salt!!
A perfect side to a chicken kebab night that isn’t your typical Greek style salad. We had leftovers for lunch and it was even better the second day. Will make again soon!
Thank you so much, Haley!!! This makes me so happy!
Hi Maria, I’m looking forward to making this salad. Are the black olives the Greek olives or just regular black olives. Also you mentioned cucumber, does the recipe call for cucs or was your comment just for the person who asked about watery salad . Thank you for sharing this delicious sounding salad recipe.
You can use regular black olives or kalamata; either would be great! This recipe does not, just lettuce my love!
Hi Maria, I’m looking forward to making this salad. Are the black olives the Greek olives or just regular black olives. Also you mentioned cucumber, does the recipe call for cucs or was your comment just for the person who asked about watery salad . Thank you for sharing this delicious sounding salad recipe.
I am a child and I cannot stand red wine vinegar – do you think it would be okay to leave out or substitute with white vinegar
white wine ving would be perfect!
Absolutely Delicious! I’m not sure what I like better now….a Traditional Greek Salad or Greek Cabbage Salad.
Thank you so much, Josh!!
Maria, I inhale vast quantities of this wonderful salad. It’s the first recipe I’ve tried from your site and as I make lots of Greek food it won’t be the last! Thank you so much for sharing.
Oh this makes me so happy, thank you so much Eileen!
I’ve made this five times and it’s a perfect tasty simple side salad.
Isn’t it the BEST!?!
Absolutely delish! My kind of salad. Easy, and SO MUCH FLAVOR. Will be on my summer rotation with sausage or a burger.
Thank you so much, Kristy!
Made it to add to gyros last night. It was a hit, as a side or wrapped up. I added some dates to this recipe for that touch of sweetness! recipe saved for weekly usage! Thank you!
You are so welcome!! I loved this one so much!!
This was so delicious and easy! We used a food processor to chop everything which made it even quicker. Pairs great with the lemon sheet pan salmon.
Thank you so much for the love, Maggie!
do you recommend regular green cabbage or Napa?
regular, we would have specified napa! Thank you for asking.