Creamy Cucumber & Cabbage Salad

ByDavid Loa

Creamy Cucumber & Cabbage Salad

Ingredients

  • 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage (or Napa cabbage)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Creamy Dressing

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ½ tsp sugar or honey (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice the cucumbers and shred the cabbage and lettuce.
  2. Dice the tomato and slice the green onions.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, sugar (if using), salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine all the vegetables and fresh herbs in a large bowl.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Chill for 15–20 minutes before serving for the best flavor.

Optional Add-Ins

  • Crumbled feta cheese
  • Sliced avocado
  • Crispy bacon bits
  • Sunflower seeds
  • Grilled chicken for extra protein

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4–6