Million Dollar Cabbage Salad – Crisp, Creamy, and Surprisingly Luxurious
Million Dollar Cabbage Salad is crisp, creamy, and refreshing.Simple ingredients create bold, balanced flavor.It’s quick to prepare and perfect for gatherings.A humble salad with a luxurious twist.
Ingredients
- 4 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 cup purple cabbage, shredded (optional for color)
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- ¼ cup red onion, finely sliced
- ½ cup roasted peanuts or almonds, chopped (optional)
Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine green cabbage, purple cabbage, carrot, red onion, and nuts if using.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the cabbage mixture.
- Toss well until everything is evenly coated.
- Chill for 20 minutes for best flavor, then serve.
Notes
- Finely shredded cabbage gives the best texture.
- Chilling allows flavors to blend beautifully.
- Adjust sweetness and acidity to taste.
- Nuts add crunch but are optional.
- Best enjoyed fresh within 24 hours.