Heart-Healthy Crispy Cabbage and Carrot Salad

Brighten up your day with this heart-healthy Crispy Cabbage and Carrot Salad, a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables tossed in a zesty homemade dressing. This nutritious recipe combines finely shredded green cabbage, crisp carrots, and sweet red bell pepper, accented with fresh parsley and green onions for a burst of flavor and crunch in every bite. The tangy dressing, made with olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard, ties the ingredients together beautifully, providing a perfect balance of sweet and savory. With just 20 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this easy-to-make salad is ideal as a quick side dish or a light, wholesome meal. Packed with fiber, vitamins, and heart-healthy fats, this guilt-free dish is a delicious way to nourish your body while delighting your taste buds. Perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or a refreshing addition to your dinner table!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Green cabbage
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 2 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

Begin by preparing the vegetables: Finely shred 4 cups of green cabbage using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer.

Step 2

Peel and grate the 2 medium carrots using a box grater and set aside.

Step 3

Slice 1 medium red bell pepper into thin strips, and chop 0.5 cup of fresh parsley finely.

Step 4

Thinly slice 2 stalks of green onions and combine with the cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, and parsley in a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by mixing 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of honey, and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard together. Add 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper to taste.

Step 6

Whisk the dressing thoroughly until the ingredients emulsify and form a smooth mixture.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the prepared vegetables in the large mixing bowl.

Step 8

Toss all ingredients together gently until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 9

Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Step 10

Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate if needed. Enjoy this fresh and crunchy salad as a side dish or a light, nutritious meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(621.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	463.4

Total Fat 30.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1457.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g	0%
Total Sugars 25.5g
Protein 7.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 214.0mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 1450.8mg	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: 56.5%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 37.7%