Avocado Cabbage Salad (Printable)
Creamy avocado meets crisp cabbage in this vibrant lime-dressed creation.
# What You 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 or honey
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 Make It:
01 - Combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, carrot, red bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro in a large mixing bowl.
02 - Whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, maple syrup, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until fully emulsified.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
04 - Gently fold in the diced avocado to maintain its texture.
05 - Transfer to a serving bowl or platter. Sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The contrast between crisp cabbage and buttery avocado makes every bite exciting
- It comes together in 15 minutes but tastes like something from a fancy cafe
- The lime dressing wakes up everything without overwhelming the fresh vegetables
02 -
- The lime juice starts breaking down cabbage immediately so dress this right before serving
- Waiting to add avocado until the very end prevents it from oxidizing and turning brown
- Room temperature vegetables absorb dressing better than cold ones straight from the fridge
03 -
- Use a mandoline if you have one for restaurant thin cabbage slices
- Toast your own pumpkin seeds in a dry pan until they smell nutty and start popping
- Taste a piece of dressed cabbage before adding more salt—the lime flavor needs to shine through