Cabbage Salad with Orange and Blue Cheese
This cabbage salad recipe is a perfect blend of crisp cabbage, juicy oranges, sweet raisins, crunchy walnuts, and creamy blue cheese. Exceptional flavor with wholesome ingredients.
Servings: 6
Calories: 260kcal
Equipment
- Food processor optional
Ingredients
- 1/2 medium Green cabbage
- 2 Navel oranges
- 1/4 cup Raisins
- 3 oz Blue cheese
- 1/2 cup Walnut pieces
- 1 tbsp Shallot minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp White balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp Fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Start by toasting the walnut pieces lightly in a small pan over medium heat until they start releasing their rich, nutty aroma. Set aside.
- Take one orange and grate it over a small bowl until you have about 1 teaspoon of zest. Set the bowl aside - you will use it later for the dressing.
- Supreme both oranges: peel oranges with a knife, removing all white pith. Section oranges over another bowl. Squeeze out any remaining juice from the membranes and discard them.
- Place raisins in a small microwavable bowl. Holding back the orange sections, tilt the orange bowl and pour all the collected orange juice over the raisins. You should have about ¼ cup of juice, or just enough to cover the raisins. If needed, add an extra tablespoon of water.
- Microwave the raisins on high for 1 minute. Then, transfer them (and any leftover juice) to a large bowl and let them cool down a bit.
- To the bowl with the orange zest, add olive oil, vinegar, shallot, mustard, salt, and pepper. Whisk everything together until it's well combined and emulsified.
- Slice cabbage thin with a food processor with blade at level 2 or 3, or with a knife or mandolin if you prefer.
- Add the sliced cabbage to the large bowl with the raisins. Drizzle the dressing over the top and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Add in orange segments, reserving a few pieces for presentation. Toss again gently.
- Divide the salad evenly among 6 plates. Sprinkle the toasted walnuts on top and add a few slices or crumbles of cheese. And don't forget those reserved orange segments for a picture-perfect presentation.
Notes
- If you don't have a food processor, slice the cabbage by hand or use a mandolin.
- Check out this video from Le Cordon Bleu for step-by-step instructions on how to supreme an orange.
- You can substitute red cabbage or Nappa cabbage for green.
- Feta cheese is a good substitute for blue cheese.
- Walnuts can be replaced with pecans.
- Toasting walnuts is an optional step, but it's highly recommended because it enhances both the taste and texture of the nuts.
- Store any leftover cabbage salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator, keeping the nuts separate so they don't become soggy. It's best consumed within 3 to 4 days.
- Serve as an appetizer, a side dish, or add a whole grain like farro for a light meal. It will pair very well with grilled chicken or grilled fish.
Nutrition
Calories: 260kcal | Total Carbohydrate: 18g | Protein: 6g | Total Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 384mg | Potassium: 349mg | Dietary Fiber: 4g | Total Sugars: 8g | Vitamin A: 301IU | Vitamin C: 56mg | Vitamin D: 0.1µg | Calcium: 140mg | Iron: 1mg