Sugar-Free Crispy Cabbage and Carrot Salad
Bright, fresh, and delightfully simple, this Sugar-Free Crispy Cabbage and Carrot Salad is the perfect healthy side dish for any occasion! Packed with vibrant shredded green cabbage, sweet grated carrots, and a pop of herbaceous freshness from chopped parsley, this salad is tossed in a zesty homemade dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard—completely free of added sugars. The combination of crunchy textures and tangy flavors makes this dish both refreshing and satisfying. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it’s an easy, nutrient-rich option for light lunches, meal prep, or pairing with grilled meats or fish. Best served chilled, this wholesome salad is a guilt-free crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again!
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Ingredients
- 1 small head green cabbage
- 3 medium carrots
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the vegetables. Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage and slice it in half. Slice one half into very thin strips and set the other half aside for another use.
Step 2
Peel the carrots and grate them using a box grater or food processor. Try to achieve a fine, even shred.
Step 3
Wash and finely chop the fresh parsley. You'll need about a half cup of loosely packed parsley.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cabbage, grated carrots, and chopped parsley.
Step 5
To prepare the dressing, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well mixed and emulsified.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture, using tongs to toss everything together until the vegetables are well coated with the dressing.
Step 7
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if desired.
Step 8
To serve, transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with a few extra parsley leaves for presentation. Enjoy immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes for enhanced flavors and crisper texture.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (636.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 448.7 |
| Total Fat 30.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1494.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 43.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.4g | |
| Protein 7.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 248.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1502.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories