Lahanosalata (greek Cabbage Slaw / Salad)

Total Time: 10 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 head light green cabbage, about 1 . 5 lbs
• 2 cups grated carrots (grated on large holes of box grater)
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or to taste)
• salt
• 1 very finely minced garlic clove (optional)
• feta cheese (optional)

Recipe

• 1 core the cabbage and shred as for making traditional coleslaw.
• 2 put the cabbage and carrot in a large bowl. toss well.
• 3 in a small bowl mix the olive oil, lemon juice and garlic (if using).
• 4 add salt to taste.
• 5 just prior to serving, pour over the salad and toss to coat.
• 6 adjust seasonings and olive oil or lemon juice as needed.
• 7 note: this is really lovely served with a generous hunk of feta cheese - either crumbled in, or served alongside so you can nibble on pieces of creamy cheese between bites of crispy salad.