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Swedish Pizza Salad Recipe

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Swedish Pizza Salad is a crisp, tangy, and slightly sweet cabbage salad that perfectly complements any pizza or casual meal. This refreshing side features finely shredded green cabbage dressed in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, white wine vinegar, sugar, and aromatic dried herbs. It’s quick to prepare, requiring no cooking, and benefits from a short marinating time to meld the flavors beautifully.

Ingredients

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Salad

  • 1/2 head green cabbage, finely shredded (6–8 cups)
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar (or white vinegar)
  • 2–3 tablespoons sugar (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil (optional)
  • 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 pinches crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Shred the Cabbage: Finely shred the green cabbage or slice it into very thin ribbons to ensure the salad has a crisp texture and easily absorbs the dressing.
  2. Salt and Massage: Place the shredded cabbage in a large bowl and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt. Massage the salt into the cabbage with your hands until it starts to release its juices. This process softens the cabbage and enhances flavor. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, sugar, dried oregano, dried basil, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes until well combined.
  4. Combine Cabbage and Dressing: After the cabbage has rested, add the prepared dressing to the bowl. Toss thoroughly to coat all the cabbage evenly with the flavorful dressing.
  5. Season to Taste: Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning as needed by adding more salt, pepper, or herbs according to your preference.
  6. Marinate: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the cabbage to soften further.
  7. Serve: Serve the Swedish Pizza Salad chilled as a refreshing side dish alongside your favorite pizza or any main course.

Notes

  • For a more pronounced tang, use white wine vinegar instead of white vinegar.
  • Sugar is optional; adjust the amount based on your sweetness preference.
  • To make this salad spicier, increase the crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Marinating overnight enhances the flavor depth and texture.
  • This salad is best served chilled and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.

Keywords: Swedish Pizza Salad, Cabbage Salad, No-Cook Salad, Tangy Cabbage Salad, Easy Side Dish, Scandinavian Salad

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