Crisp Cabbage and Cucumber Salad
Adding more vegetables to your daily meals is a simple yet effective way to support overall wellness and maintain a healthy weight. One especially refreshing choice is this cabbage and cucumber salad—a crisp, vibrant dish that’s as satisfying as it is nourishing. Packed with fiber, low in calories, and full of hydrating ingredients, it’s a perfect addition to your meals for feeling lighter and more energized.
When focusing on reducing belly fat, choosing foods that are naturally low in calories and high in fiber can help you stay full longer, curb snacking, and support digestion. Cabbage and cucumber are two humble but powerful allies—affordable, versatile, and deeply nourishing. Tossed with a light, tangy dressing and fresh herbs, this salad becomes more than a side dish—it’s a celebration of clean, refreshing flavors.
🥒 Refreshing Cabbage and Cucumber Salad
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Shredded cabbage (green or red) | 2 cups |
| Cucumber, thinly sliced | 1 large |
| Red onion, thinly sliced | ½ |
| Fresh dill, chopped | ¼ cup |
| Fresh parsley, chopped | ¼ cup |
| Olive oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Apple cider vinegar | 2 tablespoons |
| Lemon juice | 1 tablespoon |
| Honey or agave syrup | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
🥄 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables
- Shred the cabbage: Use a sharp knife or mandoline and place it in a large salad bowl.
- Slice the cucumber: Thinly slice or spiralize for elegant ribbons; add to the bowl.
- Slice the onion: Add thin slices of red onion.
- Chop the herbs: Finely chop dill and parsley and stir into the salad.
Step 2: Make the Dressing
- Whisk together: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, honey (or agave), salt, and pepper.
- Blend well: Stir until smooth and balanced.
Step 3: Assemble the Salad
- Dress it up: Pour the dressing over the vegetables.
- Toss gently: Use tongs or clean hands to coat everything evenly.
- Chill: Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
