The Red Cabbage Salad with Sumac

This is one of those quick-prep salads that’s a perfect addition to your BBQ. Especially when you’re including these grilled pitas.

Yesterday, we shared some “BBQ additions” that can upgrade the meal, including this Pastrami Topping for Burgers.

One of those BBQ upgrades that is really a favorite is a BCP classic– these grilled pitas. Perfect condiments and fresh hot grilled bread are those unexpected crowd-pleasers that make everyone linger just a little longer. It’s those thoughtful details that turn a casual cookout into an unforgettable summer gathering.

Since I’m always leaning towards Middle Eastern-style BBQ (everything is better when it starts with a fresh Chummus Plate!), this salad is the best quick addition. 

Bunch of parsley leaves, thinly sliced red onion on a plastic cutting board with a hast knife, and a salad bowl with shredded red cabbage.

It’s quick and simple to prep. All you need to chop is your red onion–the Frenching method is best, slicing the onion from top to bottom (slice it in half first, so you can set the flat surface on the cutting board). 

Shredded red cabbage, thinly sliced red onion, and parsley leaves in a large salad bowl.

Add lots of fresh parsley.

Measuring sumac. Lemon juice and a large salad bowl with shredded red cabbage, thinly sliced red onion, and parsley leaves nearby.

Prepare the dressing. The key secret ingredient here is sumac. It’s not scary, really–try it! It has a lemony zing and is just perfect paired with Middle-Eastern flavors, like this Israeli salad, or simply sprinkled on chummus to dress it up. 

Pouring salad dressing over cabbage, red onion, and parsley in a large bowl.

Toss the dressing with the salad.

Red Cabbage Salad with Sumac in a large bowl with a wooden serve.

And enjoy!

Red Cabbage Salad with Sumac near a burger topped with pastrami topping in a bun on a plate.

It’s great with your BBQ, or any Middle Eastern-inspired meal–especially with grilled chicken and techina!

Red Cabbage Salad with Sumac near a burger topped with pastrami topping in a bun on a plate.
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5 from 1 vote

Red Cabbage Salad with Sumac

Ingredients

  • 8 oz shredded red cabbage
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 bunch parsley leaves, chopped

Dressing:

  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp sumac
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp vinegar

Instructions

  • Combine cabbage, onion and parsley in a large bowl.
  • Combine dressing ingredients. Toss to combine. Serve.
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Leah Schapira

Leah is the best-selling author of 10 kosher cookbooks. She’s known as a master “connector,” bringing people together and collaborations to life.

 

2 responses to “The Red Cabbage Salad with Sumac”

  1. Chaya pollak Avatar
    Chaya pollak

    What can I substitute for red onion ? Ty!

  2. Jules Avatar
    Jules

    5 stars
    Absolutely delicious after an overnight rest to soften up the cabbage and onions.

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