Cucumber and Cabbage Salad for the Winter

Name: Cucumber and Cabbage Salad for the Winter
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Russian, Ukrainian
Ingredients: Bell pepper - 150 g; Red cabbage - 400 g; Onions - 160 g; Carrots - 100 g; Cucumber - 240 g; Tomato - 360 g; Garlic - 40 g; Table vinegar 9% - 45 g; Vegetable oil - 30 g; Sugar - 50 g

Cookinero 24 Apr 2025

5090

A classic recipe for cabbage salad with cucumber. The ingredients go well together. The salad goes well with any kind of side dish and can also be an interesting filling for baked goods.

How to cook Cucumber and Cabbage Salad for the Winter

Step 1

Cut the cucumbers into semicircular pieces.

Step 2

Cut the tomatoes into cubes.

Step 3

Chop the garlic.

Step 4

Chop the herbs.

Step 5

Shred the cabbage, cut the onion into half rings, grate the carrots on a coarse grater. Transfer all the chopped ingredients to a deep bowl, and then add the spices to the bowl.

Step 6

Mix the vegetables and spices, put the ingredients in a saucepan and add vinegar and vegetable oil. Put the saucepan on low heat and simmer the salad for 40-50 minutes.

Step 7

Place the salad in a sterilized container. Turn the closed jar upside down and cover with a towel. Let the salad cool at room temperature. After cooling, the preparation can be stored in the refrigerator or pantry.

Cucumber and Cabbage Salad for the Winter - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Can I substitute fresh cucumbers for pickling cucumbers in this recipe?

Yes, you can use fresh cucumbers, but pickling cucumbers are firmer and hold up better during cooking and storage. If using fresh cucumbers, slice them slightly thicker to maintain texture.

How long can I store this salad in the pantry?

When properly sterilized and sealed, this salad can last up to 6-12 months in a cool, dark pantry. Once opened, store in the refrigerator and consume within 1-2 weeks.

Is this recipe suitable for a low-carb diet?

Yes! This salad is naturally low in carbs, but for an even lower-carb version, reduce or omit the carrots if desired.

Can I add protein like chicken or tofu to make it a main dish?

Absolutely! Grilled chicken, tofu, or chickpeas can be added after reheating for a protein-packed meal. Avoid adding them before canning for safety.

What’s the best way to serve this salad?

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish, or warm it slightly and pair with crusty bread or over rice for a heartier option.

Can I freeze this salad for later use?

Freezing is not recommended as the texture of cucumbers and cabbage will become mushy after thawing. Canning or refrigeration is best for preservation.

Can I use apple cider vinegar instead of regular vinegar?

Yes, apple cider vinegar adds a slightly sweeter flavor and works well in this recipe. Use a 1:1 substitute.

How can I adjust the recipe for a smaller batch?

Halve all ingredients for fewer servings, but keep the cooking time the same. Ensure jars are properly sterilized even for small batches.

Reviews: 0

0 Overall rating

Have you already prepared this recipe? Tell what you think.

Write a review

Your name*

Will be displayed on the comment.

Your email*

Vote*

Comment*

Your review must be at least 50 characters.

Beef lagman

Total Reviews:

Beef lagman is cooked less often than lamb, but still this option has a right to exist. It can be assumed that such a version arose simply from hopelessness - in the case when the first meat was more accessible than the second. By the way, this is us

Cookinero

Funchose with soy sauce, Pork dinner, Pasta with pork, Funchoza with pork, Collection of recipes,

Funchoza with pork

Total Reviews:

Funchoza with pork is a Korean dish that is prepared very quickly from glass noodles with meat, vegetables, soy sauce and spices. Funchoza with pork is spicy and aromatic. The noodles become transparent during cooking and absorb not only the taste an

Cookinero

Carp, Kvass recipes,

Carp in kvass in Russian

Total Reviews:

Cookinero

Cottage cheese, Desserts, Baked pear,

Baked pears with cottage cheese

Total Reviews:

There are those who love pears in their simplest and most natural form - "from the tree" or bought from a trusted market merchant, and there are adherents of pears baked, grilled or stewed in sugar syrup. This recipe is for the latter, alth

Cookinero

Tomatoes, Celery, Ham, Brisket,

Ragu alla Romagnola

Total Reviews:

Cookinero

Azu with potatoes, Azu with pickles, Dinner with potatoes, Collection of recipes, Does not contain common allergens,

Azu in Tatar style

Total Reviews:

Azu is a Tatar dish that gained popularity in Soviet times. Traditionally, azu is made from lamb or beef, with onions, potatoes and pickles added. Everything is cut into strips and stewed in tomato sauce.

Cookinero

Beef, Parmesan, Tartar, Spinach,

Beef tartare with truffle flavored parmesan mousse and spinach cream

Total Reviews:

Cookinero

Collection of recipes, Hot dishes for new year, Walnut season, There are common allergens, Just,

Fried pollock with broccoli

Total Reviews:

Pollock is one of the most popular fish in dietary cuisine. Pollock fillet contains many useful elements, vitamins, phosphorus and is low in calories. Broccoli and pollock go well together. For maximum benefit and to preserve the beneficial propertie

Cookinero

Light salmon roll

Omelette with cherry tomatoes and cheese

Rice sponge cake

Spaghetti with shrimps in creamy garlic sauce

Cabbage with champignons

Beef Stroganoff with Mushrooms and Cream

Cucumber and Cabbage Salad for the Winter

How to cook Cucumber and Cabbage Salad for the Winter

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

Cucumber and Cabbage Salad for the Winter - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Reviews: 0

Write a review

Trending