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Red Cabbage Salad With Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites
This nutritious salad recipe is poised to delight your taste buds and nourish your body—my captivating red cabbage salad with air fryer cauliflower bites. The spicy cauliflower, accompanied by the crunch of cabbage threads, is all bathed in a creamy balsamic-citrus dressing. This recipe is vegan and heart healthy.
Ingredients
Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites
- 1 cauliflower, small head, florets cut into medium-sized bites
- 1 tsp turmeric, powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp oregano, dried
- 1 tsp black pepper, coarse
- 1 tsp chilli flakes
- 2 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
Red Cabbage Salad
- 1 orange, naval or Valencia, juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
- 2 tsp garlic , cloves, crushed
- 1½ tbsp peanut butter, crunchy, all-natural, no added sugar
- 1 tsp salt, sea salt
- 6 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced into threads
- ½ cup mint, washed, leaves, finely chopped
Equipment
- 1 air fryer
Instructions
Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine cauliflower florets with turmeric, oregano, chilli flakes, smoked paprika, black pepper, and olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread cauliflower florets in the air fryer baskets, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Air fry for 15 minutes. Gently shake the basket or toss the florets for even cooking. Air fry for an additional 5 minutes until golden. Remove from baskets, transfer to a large salad bowl and set aside.
Red Cabbage Salad
- In a mason jar, combine orange juice, orange zest, crushed garlic, peanut butter, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and salt.
- Close the lid and shake vigorously to create the dressing. Place in the fridge until you're ready to serve.
- Combine the red cabbage threads and fresh mint with the cauliflower bites in the bowl. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the vegetables, then gently toss the salad to ensure the ingredients are perfectly coated with the dressing. Serve immediately.
Notes
Food safe storage
- Your simple red cabbage salad will stay in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. However, do note that the veggies' crunch might soften over time as the dressing marinates them. But hey, that's just another layer of flavour complexity to relish!
Ingredient substitutions and tips
- Tacos, wraps and sandwiches: Add raw red cabbage to tacos, wraps, or burritos for extra crunch and colour.
- Salads: Use raw red cabbage as a base or add-in for salads to enhance both crunch and visual appeal.
- Smoothies: Believe it or not, you can sneak a handful of raw red cabbage into your smoothies for added nutrients without altering the taste significantly.
- Pickled: Experiment with making quick pickled red cabbage by marinating it in vinegar and seasonings for a tangy and flavorful side.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 258kcal (13%)Carbohydrates: 26g (9%)Protein: 7g (14%)Fat: 17g (26%)Saturated Fat: 2g (10%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 673mg (28%)Potassium: 935mg (27%)Fiber: 8g (32%)Sugar: 12g (13%)Vitamin A: 2219IU (44%)Vitamin C: 166mg (201%)Calcium: 148mg (15%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Keep in mind that the nutritional values provided are approximations and suggestions, and might fluctuate depending on ingredient variations, portion sizes, and recipe adjustments. This nutrition facts table cannot account for your individual needs. Your body — including your hunger and satiety cues — change daily. It's perfectly fine to eat more or less on different days. Instead of letting food guilt take over, consider mindful eating.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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