Politiki Salata (Cabbage Carrot Salad)

Name: Politiki Salata (Cabbage Carrot Salad)
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1/2 head green cabbage, thinly shredded; 2 carrots, grated; 2 celery stalks, thinly sliced; 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 2 tbsp white wine vinegar; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

20 minEasyServes 6110 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1/2 head green cabbage, thinly shredded
2 carrots, grated
2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 tsp kosher salt
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp white wine vinegar
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Instructions

1

Combine 1/2 head thinly shredded green cabbage, 2 grated carrots, 2 thinly sliced celery stalks, and 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper in a large bowl. Sprinkle with 1 tsp kosher salt and toss well. Let stand for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
2

Squeeze and discard any excess liquid from the vegetables, or press with paper towels.
3

In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp white wine vinegar, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
4

Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for deeper flavor.

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What is Politiki Salata (Cabbage Carrot Salad)?

A tangy, crunchy Greek salad from the Constantinople tradition, made with shredded cabbage, carrots, and celery dressed in a bright lemon-olive oil vinaigrette. The quick-pickle rest gives it an irresistible crunch. This reference files it under Greek salad: made without cooking, rated easy and about 20 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Politiki Salata (Cabbage Carrot Salad)?

As written, 20 minutes: 20 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 4, 2 hours. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Is Politiki Salata (Cabbage Carrot Salad) keto-friendly?

A serving of Politiki Salata (Cabbage Carrot Salad) carries 12 g of carbohydrate, 1 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 60 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 12 percent.

How many calories are in Politiki Salata (Cabbage Carrot Salad)?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 110 calories, with 4 g protein, 12 g carbohydrate and 5 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 50 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I make Politiki Salata (Cabbage Carrot Salad) ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. The base of Politiki Salata (Cabbage Carrot Salad) is cabbage, which holds up: it keeps three to four days refrigerated and tastes better after a few hours, once the dressing has soaked in. Hold back a spoonful of dressing to freshen it before serving. It does not freeze.

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