Malfouf Salad (Lebanese Cabbage Salad)

Name: Malfouf Salad (Lebanese Cabbage Salad)
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 16 ounce package of shredded cabbage, often sold as coleslaw mix, typically contains about 6 to 7 cups of shredded cabbage (about half of a medium head of cabbage); 5 radishes (diced); 4 green onions (green and white parts chopped); 1 bunch curly parsley (chopped); 1/2 cup fresh mint (chopped {or 2-3 teaspoon dried mint}); 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 lemon (juiced); 2 garlic cloves (minced); 1 teaspoon sumac ({or za'atar}); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Malfouf Salad, also known as Lebanese Cabbage Salad, is a light and flavorful side dish that’s a staple in Lebanese and Middle Eastern cuisine. Made with finely shredded green cabbage, fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and fresh mint, this simple salad is both refreshing and satisfying.

Prep15 min
Total15 min
Makes4 servings
Calories139

Ingredients

4 servings

1 16 ounce package of shredded cabbage, often sold as coleslaw mix, typically contains about 6 to 7 cups of shredded cabbage (about half of a medium head of cabbage)
5 radishes (diced)
4 green onions (green and white parts chopped)
1 bunch curly parsley (chopped)
1/2 cup fresh mint (chopped {or 2-3 teaspoon dried mint})

For the dressing:

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon (juiced)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 teaspoon sumac ({or za'atar})
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Method

1
If your cabbage isn't pre-shredded use a food processor or cheese grater to shred your cabbage. Add to a large bowl.
2
Add the radishes, green onions, curly parsley and fresh mint and gently toss.
3
In a mason jar or salad dressing container add the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, sumac, salt and pepper and whisk or stir to combine.
4
Pour the dressing over the cabbage salad and mix well. Taste and add more sumac or salt and pepper as needed.
5
Serve right away or you can refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to develop.

Notes

If you want to save time I highly suggest you buy the pre-packaged shredded cabbage. For extra tender cabbage, sprinkle the shredded cabbage with a pinch of salt and let it sit for 10–15 minutes before dressing. This helps soften the cabbage slightly and release excess moisture. Fresh herbs add so much flavor alongside the cabbage. I like the mint and parsley but you also can use fresh oregano, dill or thyme. I suggest letting the salad rest for 10–20 minutes after mixing. This allows the cabbage to soak up the flavors and slightly soften for a more balanced bite.