The cabbage salad with tuna and orange is a simple, fresh, and nutritious recipe, perfect for those who want a light yet flavorful dish. The crunchy and delicate cabbage pairs perfectly with protein-rich tuna and the natural sweetness of the orange, which adds freshness and aroma.
Easy and quick to prepare, this salad is perfect as a light main dish, a healthy lunch to take with you, or an original side dish to accompany fish mains. Naturally gluten-free and lactose-free, it is ideal in every season, especially in winter.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 10 Minutes
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Fall, Winter
Ingredients
- 10.5 oz cabbage
- 2 oranges
- 8.8 oz tuna in olive oil
- 4 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- to taste salt
- pepper
- 2 tbsps chopped pistachios
Tools
- 1 Knife
- 1 Bowl
- 1 Fork
Steps
Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, wash it and slice it very finely with a knife or a mandoline.
Place it in a large bowl, add a pinch of salt, and briefly massage it with your hands to soften it.
Peel the oranges thoroughly, removing the white part, then cut them into wedges or slices.
Add the crumbled tuna and oranges to the cabbage.
Season with extra virgin olive oil, salt, and complete with a grind of pepper, if desired.
Mix gently and let the salad rest for about 10 minutes. Before serving, garnish with chopped pistachios.
Tips
The cabbage salad with tuna and orange can be stored in the refrigerator, in an airtight container, for 24 hours. It is advisable to add the orange and season just before serving to maintain the right freshness.
For more intense flavor, add some grated orange zest when seasoning.
If you prefer a milder taste, use natural tuna.
Slicing the cabbage very thinly is essential for a pleasant texture on the palate.
For an even fresher taste, add finely sliced fennel.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I make the cabbage salad in a low carb/keto version?
For a Low carb / keto version: reduce the amount of orange and add black olives, avocado, or flax seeds.
Can a vegetarian version be prepared?
Vegetarian variant: replace the tuna with boiled chickpeas or citrus-marinated tofu.
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