Avocado Cabbage Salad with Lime (Printable version)
Creamy avocado meets crisp cabbage in a zesty lime dressing
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 3 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
02 - 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
03 - 1 large ripe avocado, diced
04 - 1 medium carrot, julienned or grated
05 - 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
07 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
→ Dressing
08 - 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
09 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
10 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup
11 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
12 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional Toppings
14 - 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds
15 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
# How to Prepare:
01 - In a large bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, carrot, red bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, maple syrup, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Gently fold in the diced avocado to maintain its texture.
05 - Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or platter. Sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds and sesame seeds, if using. Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- The creamy avocado balances the crisp cabbage perfectly
- Ready in fifteen minutes with almost no prep work
02 -
- The acid in the lime juice helps keep the avocado from browning for a few hours
- This salad tastes even better after the dressing has time to soften the cabbage slightly
03 -
- Use a sharp knife to shred the cabbage thinly for the best texture
- Let the salad sit for ten minutes before serving to let flavors meld