This Man's Cook Cabbage and Apple Pickle

Name: This Man's Cook Cabbage and Apple Pickle
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: cabbage 300g; salt 1 teaspoon; vinegar 3 tablespoons; apple 1 piece; soda (or zero-sugar soda) enough to barely cover the cabbage

A low-calorie salad pickle made by soaking crisp cabbage in salt and vinegar, then topping it with fresh apples and refreshing soda for a cool, crunchy bite.

🙋 Recommended for

⭐ Those looking for a light, satisfying salad pickle with a satisfying crunch and fullness without guilt, especially during dieting or late-night cravings.
⭐ People who want a simple, no-fire cooking method to prepare a refreshing, crisp vegetable side dish perfect for hot weather.

40 min Difficulty Very easy Salads & light meals

Main ingredients 🥩

cabbageapplesoda

Tags 🏷️

healthy meal sweet and sour light meal

Detailed recipeQuick recipe

Ingredients needed 🛒2 servings

cabbage 300g
salt 1 teaspoon
vinegar 3 tablespoons
apple 1 piece
soda (or zero-sugar soda) enough to barely cover the cabbage

Recipe 🍳

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Cut the cabbage into bite-sized square pieces, about 2–3 cm in size.

Rinse the chopped cabbage briefly under running water to remove impurities, then drain thoroughly on a colander.

Place the cabbage in a mixing bowl, add 1 teaspoon of salt and 3 tablespoons of vinegar, and toss evenly. Let it sit for 30 minutes without stirring.

After 30 minutes, gently flip the cabbage once or twice to ensure even pickling.

While the cabbage is pickling, wash the apple under running water, remove the core, and slice it thinly—about 0.5 cm thick—without peeling.

Transfer the well-pickled cabbage, including all the liquid collected at the bottom, into a clean airtight container.

Arrange the sliced apple on top of the cabbage in neat layers.

Pour soda over the mixture until the ingredients are just covered. Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours to chill and mature.

Slice cabbage into squares, rinse, then mix with salt and vinegar and let sit for 30 minutes.
Layer the pickled cabbage (with its brine) and thin apple slices in an airtight container.
Add soda just enough to submerge the ingredients, then refrigerate for 1–2 hours to chill and set.

Cooking tips 💡

The liquid that accumulates at the bottom of the bowl during pickling contains not only salt and vinegar but also the natural sweetness from the cabbage—never discard it; pour it all into the container for balanced flavor.
For those managing weight or following strict diet plans, replace regular soda with zero-sugar soda or plain sparkling water to significantly reduce calories.
For maximum crunch and refreshing taste, store the pickle deep inside the refrigerator rather than at room temperature—this keeps it icy-cold and enhances texture.

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