Tropical Cabbage and Pineapple Salad

Ingredients

• Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon, freshly ground)
• Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
• Honey (2 tablespoons)
• Lime juice (4 tablespoons, freshly squeezed)
• Cilantro (1/4 cup, finely chopped)
• Red onion (1 small, thinly sliced)
• Red bell pepper (1 medium, thinly sliced)
• Pineapple (1/2 medium, diced)
• Green cabbage (1/2 head, shredded)

Instructions

1. Begin by preparing all your ingredients: shred the cabbage, dice the pineapple, thinly slice the red bell pepper and red onion, and finely chop the cilantro.
2. In a large bowl, combine the prepared cabbage, pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
3. To prepare the dressing, in a small bowl, whisk together the freshly squeezed lime juice, honey, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust the seasoning as per your taste.
4. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture. Using salad tongs, toss the salad to ensure that all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
5. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together and the cabbage to slightly soften.
6. Serve the salad chilled. It makes a perfect side dish for grilled meats or a refreshing main course on a hot summer day.