Vitkals-Och Lingonsallas (Swedish Cabbage and Cranberry Salad)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 0

A sweet and tangy Swedish Cabbage and Cranberry Salad recipe

Vitkals-Och Lingonsallas (Swedish Cabbage and Cranberry Salad)

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Very Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup cabbage , finely shredded
	3/4 cup whole cranberry sauce
	1 tablespoon lemon juice
	salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

10g

Fat

Vitkals-Och Lingonsallas, also known as the Swedish Cabbage and Cranberry Salad, is a delightful dish to have as a refreshing side salad to your main meal. With only four ingredients, it's easy to make, and the flavors of the cabbage and cranberry sauce complement each other well. The dish originated in Sweden, where it's commonly served during the holidays or feasts. The preparation of the salad may require some patience when it comes to shredding the cabbage, but the result is a crunchy and healthy dish that you can enjoy any day of the year.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded cabbage, whole cranberry sauce, and lemon juice.
2.	Mix until well combined and the cabbage is evenly coated.
3.	Add a pinch of salt to taste.
4.	Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

PROS

This salad is a great side dish that complements most meals, particularly roasted meats and fish.

The use of whole cranberry sauce adds a pleasing texture and tangy-sweet flavor to the salad.

This salad is easy and quick to prepare and takes only 4 ingredients.

CONS

Some people might find the salad too sour or tangy for their taste, especially if the cranberry sauce is not sugar-sweetened.

It can be a challenge to shred the cabbage finely enough to make it tender and easier to eat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a great source of dietary fiber and antioxidants, thanks to the cabbage and cranberry sauce.
Cabbage is also a fantastic immune system booster, packed with vitamins C and K.
Cranberries are rich in vitamin C, fiber, and phytonutrients that may help prevent or manage urinary tract infections as well as reduce inflammation.