High Protein Shredded Cabbage Salad

Packed with vibrant colors and a powerhouse of nutrients, this High Protein Shredded Cabbage Salad is a satisfying and wholesome dish perfect for any meal. Featuring a blend of crunchy green and red cabbage, protein-rich quinoa and chickpeas, and the nutty crunch of slivered almonds, this salad is as nourishing as it is delicious. Fresh parsley, crisp red bell pepper, and grated carrot add a burst of freshness, while a zesty lemon-garlic dressing ties it all together. Topped with creamy feta cheese, this quick 20-minute recipe is an ideal choice for a light lunch, hearty side, or post-workout meal. Whether you're tackling meal prep or need a healthy recipe that doesn’t skimp on flavor, this protein-packed cabbage salad has you covered!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 head Green cabbage
• 0.5 head Red cabbage
• 1 cup Cooked quinoa
• 1 15 oz can Canned chickpeas
• 1 large Carrot
• 1 Red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup Slivered almonds
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing your vegetables. Thinly slice both the green and red cabbage halves and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and grate the carrot using a box grater or a food processor. Add the grated carrot to the bowl with the cabbages.

Step 3

Dice the red bell pepper into small dices and add it to the bowl as well.

Step 4

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water. Shake off excess water and add the chickpeas to the bowl.

Step 5

Add the cooked quinoa to the bowl. Stir in the slivered almonds and chopped fresh parsley.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad mixture. Toss everything together gently yet thoroughly to ensure that all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing.

Step 8

Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad before serving.

Step 9

Serve immediately or refrigerate the salad for 30 minutes to enhance the flavors. Enjoy as a delicious high-protein meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1725.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1839.4

Total Fat 103.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 3519.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 186.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.7g	0%
Total Sugars 44.7g
Protein 61.7g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 1056.4mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 3798.1mg	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: 48.3%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 38.8%