Low Sodium Crunchy Red Cabbage Salad

Brighten up your meals with this Low Sodium Crunchy Red Cabbage Salad, a vibrant and heart-healthy dish that's bursting with texture and flavor! This quick, no-cook recipe combines thinly shredded red cabbage, crisp matchstick green apples, and sweet grated carrots, all tossed with a zesty homemade vinaigrette made from extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey. Crunchy unsalted sunflower seeds and fresh parsley bring an added layer of freshness and satisfying bite, while minced garlic and a hint of black pepper round out the flavors. With just 20 minutes of prep time and no added salt, this nutrient-packed salad is perfect as a light meal, a refreshing side dish, or even a make-ahead option for meal prep. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, and savor the perfect balance of crisp, tangy, and naturally sweet flavors in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 small head red cabbage
• 2 medium carrot
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley
• 1 medium green apple
• 0.25 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 clove garlic

Directions

Step 1

Remove any damaged outer leaves from the red cabbage and cut it in half. Remove the core and thinly slice the cabbage into shreds. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Wash the parsley thoroughly, pat it dry with a clean towel, and chop it finely. Add chopped parsley to the bowl.

Step 4

Core and thinly slice the green apple into matchsticks, leaving the skin on for added texture and nutrition. Add to the cabbage mixture.

Step 5

Add the unsalted sunflower seeds to the bowl for added crunch.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and fresh lemon juice until well combined.

Step 7

Mince the garlic clove and add it to the dressing along with ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss all the ingredients together until the cabbage is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side or light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(976.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	912.0

Total Fat 57.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 230.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.6g	0%
Total Sugars 58.6g
Protein 14.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 348.8mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 2244.9mg	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: 52.5%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 41.8%