Cucumber and Chinese Cabbage Salad
A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring crispy cucumber and delicate Chinese cabbage, enhanced with a tangy yogurt dressing.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 head Chinese cabbage, shredded
- 1 large Cucumber, thinly sliced
- to taste pinch Salt
- 1 medium Sweet red pepper, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil for cooking
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 1 small spoon Sugar
- 2 stalks Green onion, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Thick yogurt
- 1 small spoon Dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 small spoon Italian herbs
- 2 tablespoons Mustard seeds
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded Chinese cabbage with the thinly sliced cucumber.
- Sprinkle with salt to taste and let it sit for about ten minutes.
- In a small pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the sweet red pepper slices and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the thick yogurt, sugar, dried tomatoes, Italian herbs, mustard seeds, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic.
- Pour the yogurt mixture over the cabbage and cucumber mixture. Incorporate the sautéed onion and red pepper, tossing everything together until well combined.
- Garnish with chopped green onion before serving.
Notes
Consider adding toppings like sunflower seeds or sesame seeds for extra crunch. Adjust seasoning as needed for taste.