Cabbage and Ham Salad
This refreshing Cabbage and Ham Salad combines crunchy cabbage and savory ham, making it perfect as a light lunch or a side dish for dinner.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup ham, diced Use smoked or regular ham for flavor.
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt Can be substituted with sour cream.
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced green cabbage, diced ham, red bell pepper, chopped red onion, and fresh parsley.
- In a separate bowl, prepare the salad dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the cabbage and ham mixture.
- Toss the ingredients gently to coat them evenly with the dressing.
- Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serving
- After the salad has chilled, give it a final toss.
- Serve as a side dish or enjoy as a light lunch.
Notes
This salad works well as a refreshing side dish or light lunch option. The flavors meld beautifully after some time in the refrigerator.