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Fresh Cabbage and Tomato Salad

Tempt your children to eat more vegetables with this refreshing, tasty salad.

Recipe Source: Delicious Heart Healthy Latino Recipes

Ingredients

1 small head cabbage, sliced thinly

2 medium tomatoes, cut into cubes

1 C sliced radishes

¼ tsp salt

2 tsp olive oil

2 Tbsp rice vinegar (or lemon juice)

½ tsp black pepper

½ tsp red pepper

2 Tbsp fresh chopped cilantro

calories 41
Total fat 1 g
Saturated fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 88 mg
Total fiber 3 g
Protein 2 g
Carbohydrates 7 g
Potassium 331 mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Directions

  • 1
    In a large bowl, mix together the cabbage, tomatoes, and radishes.

  • 2
    In another bowl, mix together the rest of the ingredients, and pour over the vegetables. Toss to mix.

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