Winter Cabbage–Apple Slaw + Roasted Potatoes (Vegan) with Herb-Lemon Steelhead for Non-Vegans (Serves 5)
A vegetable-forward, shareable cabbage-and-apple slaw with a bright vinaigrette, plus a simple herb-roasted steelhead for the 4 non-vegans. Add warm roasted potatoes on the side so the vegan guest still gets a hearty plate without fish.
Ingredients
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Steelhead trout (you have)1.3 lb (for 4 portions)
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Organic Green Cabbage (or Savoy)1 medium head, thinly sliced (about 10–12 cups) $2.49/lb (or $3.09/lb)
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Large Fuji Apple (or Organic Fuji)2 apples, julienned $1.99/lb or $2.79/lb
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Organic Cucumber1, thinly sliced $1.49 each
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Simple Truth Organic® Baby DillA small handful, chopped $2.79
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Organic Yellow Potatoes (or russet)2 lb, halved if small $2.49/lb (or $2.29/lb)
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Lemon1
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Olive oil6 tbsp, divided
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Dijon mustard2 tsp
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White wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)2 tbsp
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Salt & pepperto taste
Instructions
- Roast potatoes (oven): Heat oven to 425°F. Toss potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper. Roast until browned and tender, 30–35 minutes, turning once.
- Roast steelhead for the 4 omnivores (oven): On a separate lined sheet pan, place trout. Season with salt, pepper, lemon zest, and drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil. Roast at 425°F until just cooked, 10–14 minutes. Finish with lemon juice.
- Make vinaigrette (no-cook): Whisk 3 tbsp olive oil, vinegar, Dijon, a squeeze of lemon, salt, pepper.
- Toss slaw: Combine cabbage, apple, cucumber, and dill. Toss with vinaigrette and let sit 10 minutes to soften slightly. Adjust salt/acid.
- Serve: Vegan plate = slaw + roasted potatoes. Omnivore plates = slaw + roasted potatoes + steelhead portion.
Health notes: Lots of crunchy winter veg. Potatoes add satiety; trout adds lean protein + omega-3s for non-vegans. Keep dressing light for a lower-cal meal.
Drink pairing: White wine: Sauvignon Blanc (great with cabbage/apple/lemon) or Albariño.