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Kupus Salata (Croatian White Cabbage Salad)

Published: Apr 13, 2022 by Janelle Hama

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A Croatian recipe of crunchy shredded white cabbage salad called Kupus Salata, that has been is tossed through a simple caraway seed vinegar dressing. An ideal side to any savory meal.

kupus salata in a white plate
Simple, easy and crunchy kupus salata

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  • 😋Why You’ll Love This Recipe
  • What is Kupus Salata?
  • ✔️Ingredients You’ll Need
  • 🥬How To Make White Cabbage Salad
  • ⭐ Pro Tips 
  • 🥗Variations
  • ❓FAQ
  • 🍴Serving Suggestions
  • 🍲Related Recipes
  • Kupus Salata (Croatian White Cabbage Salad)

😋Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Makes a great side to so many meals such as rice, pastas, soups and more
  • Can be made oil-free
  • This is like a mayonnaise free slaw
  • Easy and quick - ready in minutes

What is Kupus Salata?

Kupus Salata translates from Croatian into "Cabbage Salad" in English. There are different versions across the Balkan countries.

Made with shredded cabbage that has been tossed through caraway seeds, white vinegar, olive oil, black pepper and salt.

It pairs with most meals, making it an ideal go-to side.

My Croatian Brother In Law taught me how to make this recipe as a comparison to my Malfouf salad, which is the Lebanese equivalent. They are similar.

✔️Ingredients You’ll Need

shredded cabbage, oilive oil, white vinegar, caraway seeds, salt and black pepper in white bowls

Notes on some of the ingredients, the full list of ingredients, and their measurements can be found in the recipe card below.

White cannonball cabbage, though technically light green is shredded or finely sliced.

Caraway seeds are a key flavor, similar to aniseed (though aniseed has a stronger flavoring). These will soften when the dressing is added. These can be found in the spice section of your local supermarket or online here (affiliate link).

A simple dressing of white vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, black pepper and salt.

🥬How To Make White Cabbage Salad

Step 1 In a large bowl massage (macerate) the shredded cabbage, until it has softened.

Step 2 Toss through the caraway seeds and dressing. Serve cold.

cabbage, caraway seeds, salt, black pepper in a glass bowl
massaging shredded cabbage

⭐ Pro Tips 

If using shredded cabbage, only slightly massage the cabbage until it feel just soft.

You can make this ahead of time. It will store in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. The longer it sits, the softer and juicer it will be.

a glass bowl of shredded cabbage salad on a white bench

🥗Variations

I have been leaving out the olive oil to suit my diet.

Use ground caraway instead of the seeds. Start with half the amount listed in this recipe and adjust.

Try adding a spoonful of mayonnaise without egg to the dressing.

❓FAQ

How to store Kupus Salata?

Place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up approximately 3-4 days. The longer it is stored, the juicer it gets.

shredded white cabbage salad in a bowl

🍴Serving Suggestions

This side is ideal to pair with nearly any savory meal. 

We love it with fasolia, which is a Lebanese kidney bean stew or even a vegetable and nut rice.

My family also loves it with my creamy baked vegan pasta or super flavorsome moghrabieh or deliciously creamy curried barley porridge.

🍲Related Recipes

Looking for another way to use cabbage? Try my vegan beet soup or this cabbage and carrot salad by Rachna Cooks.

You might also love my flavorsome Asian brussel sprouts.

Or another simple side salad is my tomato and onion salad with sumac

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kupus salata in a white plate

Kupus Salata (Croatian White Cabbage Salad)

A Croatian recipe of crunchy shredded white cabbage salad called Kupus Salata, that has been is tossed through a simple caraway seed vinegar dressing. An ideal side to any savory meal.
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Course: Salad, side
Cuisine: Croatian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Janelle Hama

Ingredients

  • ¼ small-medium Cabbage cannonball
  • 1 tablespoon White vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Caraway seeds
  • ¼ teaspoon Cracked black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Salt or to taste
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Instructions

  • In a large bowl massage (macerate) the shredded cabbage, until it has softened.
    ¼ small-medium Cabbage
  • Toss through the caraway seeds and dressing. Serve cold.
    1 tablespoon White vinegar, 1 tablespoon Olive oil, 1 teaspoon Caraway seeds, ¼ teaspoon Cracked black pepper, ½ teaspoon Salt

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Notes

Makes about 4 small servings, depending on the size of the cabbage
Cabbage can be finely sliced or shredded, if you'd like use the shredded version, only slightly massage until it feel just soft.
For a low fat version, leave out the oil.
Make it ahead of time. It will store in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. The longer it sits, the softer and juicer it will be.
Suggestion - serve it with fasolia, a Lebanese kidney bean stew or even a vegetable and nut rice.
You might also be interested in this Lebanese cabbage salad called Malfouf Salad.

Equipment

1 Bowl

Nutrition

Calories: 34kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 291mg | Potassium: 9mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg

N.B., nutrition info is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. This will vary based on the specific ingredients you use.


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  1. Tavo

    May 05, 2022 at 2:22 pm

    5 stars
    I love how easy to make and simple this salad is. I am definitely along it again. We love cabbage.

    Reply
  2. Ivana

    May 03, 2022 at 11:02 pm

    5 stars
    As a Croatian myself, I am thankful you shared this kupus salata recipe. I had forgotten the spice my baka put in.

    Reply
  3. Melanie

    May 03, 2022 at 12:59 pm

    5 stars
    I love how simple and easy this is to make - as well as delicious! This is a new go-to side dish!

    Reply
  4. Jacqui

    May 01, 2022 at 11:37 am

    5 stars
    This is the perfect side salad! So crunchy and healthy

    Reply
  5. Nima

    April 28, 2022 at 9:12 am

    5 stars
    thanks for introducing me to this cabbage salsa. it goes wonderful with a good protein and cuts thru the greasy meal

    Reply
  6. Savannah

    April 26, 2022 at 4:37 am

    5 stars
    I'm making this recipe atm! I have some cabbage I need to use, and I always love your tasty and easy recipes! It's so juicy!

    Reply
  7. Natalie

    April 22, 2022 at 3:35 am

    5 stars
    Coming from Croatia, I'm very familiar with kupus salata. It's very popular in my house. I will give your recipe a tick. Looks delicious!

    Reply
  8. Jayson

    April 14, 2022 at 9:34 am

    5 stars
    this makes for a delicious side. cuts the fat from the greasy proteins 🙂

    Reply

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