Crunchy Vegetable Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with texture, this Crunchy Vegetable Salad is the ultimate showcase of healthy, vibrant ingredients. Packed with julienned carrots, crisp cucumber, crunchy red cabbage, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this colorful medley is topped with lightly toasted sunflower seeds for an irresistible bite. A zesty dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey ties everything together, infusing each bite with a perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this easy salad is a refreshing side dish or a light, guilt-free meal. Perfect for summertime gatherings, meal prep, or simply enjoying a nutrient-packed boost during the day!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Bell pepper (red)
• 1 cup Red cabbage
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Sunflower seeds
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all the vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Peel and julienne the carrots into thin matchstick-like pieces.

Step 3

Slice the cucumber into half-moons and the red bell pepper into thin strips.

Step 4

Shred the red cabbage into thin slices using a knife or mandoline.

Step 5

Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 6

Chop the fresh parsley finely.

Step 7

In a large salad bowl, combine the carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, red cabbage, cherry tomatoes, and parsley.

Step 8

Toast the sunflower seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden. Allow them to cool slightly before adding to the salad.

Step 9

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 10

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the vegetables are evenly coated.

Step 11

Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of additional sunflower seeds for extra crunch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(726.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	670.5

Total Fat 53.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1403.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 23.8g
Protein 9.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 154.6mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 1630.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.0%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 25.6%