Northwoods Inn Red Cabbage Salad

Transform your side dish game with the vibrant and zesty Northwoods Inn Red Cabbage Salad! This no-cook recipe combines finely shredded red cabbage with a tangy, sweet-tart dressing made from red wine vinegar, vegetable oil, and a perfect balance of sugar and savory spices like paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. The secret lies in letting the salad marinate overnight, allowing the bold flavors to meld into a crisp, refreshing dish that's as versatile as it is delicious. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or pairing with hearty main dishes, this make-ahead salad is a crowd-pleaser that adds a pop of color and flavor to any table. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time, it’s a fuss-free recipe you’ll turn to again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head (medium) red cabbage
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup red wine vinegar
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer leaves of the red cabbage and discard. Rinse the head of cabbage thoroughly under cool water.

Step 2

Cut the cabbage in half, remove the core, and finely shred the cabbage using a sharp knife, mandoline, or food processor.

Step 3

Place the shredded cabbage into a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, red wine vinegar, granulated sugar, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika until the mixture is fully emulsified and the sugar is dissolved.

Step 5

Pour the dressing mixture over the shredded cabbage in the bowl.

Step 6

Toss the cabbage thoroughly with the dressing until evenly coated. Use clean hands or salad tongs for about 2-3 minutes to ensure even mixing.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container, and refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld together. Stir the salad occasionally during the chilling period to redistribute the dressing.

Step 8

Before serving, taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve chilled as a flavorful and refreshing side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1049.4 grams (1049.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1363

Total Fat 105.60g	135%
Saturated Fat 15.30g	77%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4928mg	214%
Total Carbohydrate 113.20g	41%
Dietary Fiber 18.10g	65%
Total Sugars 75.50g
Protein 9.20g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 365mg	28%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 1987mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.0%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 31.4%