Shirazi-Inspired Winter Slaw (Printer-Friendly)

Crunchy winter slaw tossed with fresh herbs and a vibrant citrus dressing for a bright, flavorful dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 small red cabbage, finely shredded
02 - 2 medium carrots, julienned
03 - 1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced
04 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
05 - 1 medium cucumber, diced
06 - ½ cup pomegranate arils

→ Herbs

07 - ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
08 - ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

→ Dressing

10 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
11 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
12 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
13 - 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
14 - 1 teaspoon sumac
15 - ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
16 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

# Method:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, toss together shredded red cabbage, julienned carrots, sliced fennel, diced red onion, diced cucumber, and pomegranate arils.
02 - Incorporate chopped parsley, mint, and dill into the vegetable mixture, gently mixing to distribute evenly.
03 - Whisk extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, red wine vinegar, sumac, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar until emulsified.
04 - Pour the dressing over the vegetable and herb mixture, tossing thoroughly to ensure all components are evenly coated.
05 - Allow the slaw to rest for 10 to 15 minutes to meld the flavors before serving chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Bright and refreshing winter salad
  • Vegan and gluten-free
02 -
  • For extra crunch, add ¼ cup toasted walnuts or slivered almonds
  • Substitute apple for fennel if preferred
03 -
  • Use fresh herbs for the brightest flavor
  • Allowing the slaw to rest enhances the taste
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