Step-by-step recipe for Cabbage and Ham Salad

Cabbage and Ham Salad

Certainly! Here's a step-by-step recipe for Cabbage and Ham Salad:

**Ingredients:**

**For the Salad:**

- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded

- 1 cup red cabbage, thinly shredded

- 1 cup cooked ham, diced

- 1 cup carrots, julienned or grated

- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced

- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced

- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

**For the Dressing:**

- 1/3 cup mayonnaise

- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

- 1 tablespoon honey

- Salt and pepper to taste

**Instructions:**

**1. Prepare the Vegetables:**

   - Shred the green and red cabbage thinly using a knife or a mandoline.

   - Dice the cooked ham into bite-sized pieces.

   - Julienne or grate the carrots.

   - Thinly slice the red bell pepper.

   - Slice the green onions.

   - Chop the fresh parsley.

Cabbage and Ham Salad

**2. Combine the Salad Ingredients:**

   - In a large bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, diced ham, julienned carrots, sliced red bell pepper, sliced green onions, and chopped fresh parsley.

**3. Prepare the Dressing:**

   - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.

**4. Toss the Salad with Dressing:**

   - Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.

   - Toss everything together until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.

**5. Chill and Serve:**

   - Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

   - Before serving, give the salad a final toss.

   - Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or a light meal.

**6. Optional Additions:**

   - Feel free to add additional ingredients like sunflower seeds, raisins, or crumbled feta cheese for extra flavor and texture.

Enjoy your Cabbage and Ham Salad! Adjust the dressing ingredients according to your taste preferences.