Low Carb Crunchy Red Cabbage Salad

Brighten up your low-carb meal rotation with this vibrant and satisfying Low Carb Crunchy Red Cabbage Salad! Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like crispy red cabbage, sweet green bell peppers, and earthy carrots, this salad delivers a delightful crunch in every bite. The addition of sunflower and pumpkin seeds lends a nutty flavor while boosting healthy fats, making it ideal for low-carb diets. Tossed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh dill, this salad is bursting with texture and fresh, tangy flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes and requiring no cooking, it’s the perfect side dish or light lunch option for anyone seeking a quick, wholesome, and delicious meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 small head red cabbage
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 1 medium carrot
• 3 stalks green onion
• 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
• 0.25 cup pumpkin seeds
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill

Directions

Step 1

Slice the small head of red cabbage in half, remove the core, and then thinly slice the cabbage into shreds.

Step 2

Chop the green bell pepper into small pieces, ensuring they are bite-sized.

Step 3

Peel and shred the carrot using a box grater or a food processor.

Step 4

Slice the green onions thinly, including both the white and green parts.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, chopped bell pepper, shredded carrot, and sliced green onions.

Step 6

Add the sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds to the salad mixture, distributing them evenly.

Step 7

For the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined and emulsified.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until the salad ingredients are well coated with the vinaigrette.

Step 9

Finely chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it over the top of the salad, then give it one final toss to incorporate the herb throughout.

Step 10

Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(904.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	915.2

Total Fat 65.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1489.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.7g	0%
Total Sugars 25.8g
Protein 26.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 349.2mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 2429.4mg	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: 60.4%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 28.8%