Overnight Cabbage Salad

Transform your next gathering with the vibrant crunch and tangy zest of Overnight Cabbage Salad, a make-ahead dish that's perfect for busy cooks and flavor enthusiasts alike. This colorful medley of finely shredded green cabbage, sweet carrots, crisp bell peppers, and zesty red onion is elevated with a warm, homemade dressing made from white vinegar, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and a hint of celery seed. The magic happens while it chills overnight, allowing the flavors to meld into a perfectly balanced, sweet-and-savory bite. Whether you're hosting a barbecue, planning a picnic, or simply looking for a refreshing side dish, this easy cabbage salad delivers irresistible texture and bold flavor in every bite. Serve it chilled for a delicious, stress-free addition to any meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 medium head Green cabbage
• 2 large Carrots
• 1 medium Bell pepper (red, yellow, or orange)
• 1 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup White vinegar
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Celery seed
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Core and finely shred the green cabbage. You should have about 8 cups of shredded cabbage. Place the cabbage in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel the carrots and shred them using a box grater or food processor. Add the shredded carrots to the bowl with the cabbage.

Step 3

Remove the seeds from the bell pepper and finely chop it. Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Add both to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, white vinegar, vegetable oil, celery seed, salt, and black pepper. Place over medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is warm (about 5 minutes).

Step 5

Pour the warm dressing over the cabbage mixture. Toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

Transfer the salad to an airtight container or cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap. Refrigerate the salad overnight (at least 8 hours) to let the flavors meld.

Step 7

Before serving, toss the salad again to redistribute the dressing. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1086.7 grams (1086.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1541

Total Fat 106.10g	136%
Saturated Fat 15.10g	76%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2538mg	110%
Total Carbohydrate 154.60g	56%
Dietary Fiber 18.60g	66%
Total Sugars 128.80g
Protein 8.90g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 261mg	20%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 1667mg	35%

*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: 59.4%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 38.4%