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Warm Lemon Cabbage and Green Bean Salad recipe
Tender cabbage, green beans, and carrots are tossed in a warm lemon dressing for a lively dinner salad. It is crisp, bright, and substantial enough to serve as a main course.
20 min · Easy · Modern British Jump to method
Ingredients
- 250g Cabbage
- 150g Green beans
- 2 Carrots
- 1 Lemons
- 1 tbsp Oil
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
| Nutrition | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 2.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 13.8 g |
| Fat | 4.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.6 g |
| Fibre | 5.8 g |
| Sugar | 7.4 g |
| Sodium | 980 mg |
Why this works
A light, vegetable-based side dish that is relatively low in calories and saturated fat, with good fibre and vitamin content, though the added salt makes the sodium moderate to high.
High in vitamin C. Cabbage and lemon contribute vitamin C, which supports immune function and helps with iron absorption.
Good source of fibre. Cabbage, green beans and carrots provide fibre, supporting digestive health and helping with fullness.
Watch the sodium. Half a teaspoon of salt across two servings pushes the sodium up, so this dish is less suitable for low-sodium diets unless reduced.
Method
- Thinly shred the cabbage, trim the green beans, and slice the carrots into ribbons or matchsticks.
- Blanch the green beans for 2-3 minutes in boiling water, then drain.
- Lightly soften the cabbage and carrots in a hot pan with a little oil for 3-4 minutes, keeping some crunch.
- Add the green beans, lemon juice, salt and black pepper if using, then toss and serve warm.
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Cabbage, Green Bean and Egg Stir-Fry
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