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North Woods Inn Salad

A vibrant and crunchy salad featuring a mix of cabbage, lettuce, cheeses, and a tangy creamy dressing, perfect for busy weeknights and potlucks.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 1 head Green cabbage
  • 1 head Red cabbage Brings color and a peppery flavor.
  • 1 head Iceberg lettuce Keeps extra cold for best texture.
Cheeses
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated For saltiness.
  • 1/2 cup Romano cheese, grated For tang.
Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper To balance flavors.
  • a few drops Worcestershire sauce
Garnishes
  • 3 scallions Green onions, thinly sliced For added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the cabbage and lettuce, then spin dry. Chill in a zip-top bag with paper towels for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, minced garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
  3. Taste the dressing. Adjust sweetness with sugar or thickness with milk if necessary.
  4. In a large bowl, combine chilled greens, green onions, and most of the grated cheeses. Add half of the dressing and toss to coat.
  5. Serve immediately, topping with remaining cheese and chilled for up to 20 minutes if needed.

Notes

Keep greens cold and dressing bold for the best flavor. Dressing can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the fridge. For lighter calories, use half yogurt in place of half the mayo.