Nordic pickles
No smorgasbord would be complete without an array of pickles preserved in seasoned vinegar and dill.
Red cabbage slaw
This slaw has a tangy dressing, but if you prefer something creamier, add 0% fat Greek-style yogurt.
Meal type: Side dish, Snack
Serves: 4
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 0 minutes
- Place the red cabbage in a bowl, then grate the apple and carrot in and mix everything together.
- Combine the oil, vinegar, honey, lime juice and black pepper and stir into the slaw with the parsley.
- This will keep in the fridge for up to 36 hours to enjoy as a delicious snack or to add as a side garnish to your meals.
Cook’s tip
Adding in chopped walnuts (25g or 1oz) and chopped dates (50g or 2oz) gives this fresh dish a crunchier texture and a sweeter flavour.
How we made it healthier
With just a little olive oil, plus lime juice for flavour, it's lower in fat and salt than most shop-bought slaws.
Nutritional Information
Each Portion Contains:
Energy
220kJ
52kcal
3%
Carbs
8.3g
-
Fibre
2.5g
8%
Fat
1.9g
Low
3%
Saturates
0.3g
Low
2%
Sugar
8g
Medium
9%
Salt
0.02g
Low
0%
% = an adult's reference intake
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Ingredients
200g (7oz) red cabbage, finely sliced
1 large apple, coarsely grated
1 large carrot, coarsely grated
2 tsp olive oil
2 tsp white wine vinegar
½ tsp honey
Juice of ½ lime
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
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