Red Cabbage Salad

Ingredients

• 11/2 head red cabbage, thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
• 22 medium carrots, shredded
• 33 tbsp olive oil
• 42 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 51 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 61 clove garlic, minced
• 71/2 tsp sea salt
• 81/4 tsp black pepper
• 91/2 cup fresh berries for topping (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Finely shred the red cabbage and grate the carrots into thin strips.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.

3. 3

   Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrots, then toss thoroughly to coat all the vegetables.

4. 4

   Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend and the cabbage to soften slightly.

5. 5

   Just before serving, gently fold in fresh berries to add color and a sweet contrast.

6. 6

   Serve chilled or at room temperature as a vibrant, nutritious salad.