Crispy Cabbage and Carrot Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshingly vibrant Crispy Cabbage and Carrot Salad, a perfect combination of colorful crunch and zesty flavors. Featuring crisp green cabbage, sweet julienned carrots, and fragrant cilantro, this no-cook salad is tossed in a tangy lemon-honey dressing that strikes just the right balance of citrusy zest and natural sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and healthy dish is an ideal side to complement grilled meats, hearty mains, or simply enjoy it as a light appetizer. Packed with nutrients and bursting with fresh flavor, this salad is your go-to for effortless elegance and wholesome eating!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 head green cabbage
- 2 large carrot
- 0.5 cup cilantro
- 1 large lemon
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Remove any tough outer leaves from the cabbage. Slice it in half, then remove the core. Thinly slice or shred 0.5 head of green cabbage into long strips and place them in a large bowl.
2. Peel and julienne the 2 large carrots. Add the carrots to the bowl with the sliced cabbage.
3. Roughly chop 0.5 cup of fresh cilantro leaves and stems, and add them to the salad bowl.
4. In a small bowl or measuring cup, zest 1 large lemon and then squeeze the juice from it. Combine the lemon juice and zest with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of honey, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Whisk the dressing until well combined.
5. Drizzle the dressing over the cabbage, carrot, and cilantro mixture. Use tongs or clean hands to toss the salad thoroughly, ensuring all the vegetables are coated with the dressing.
6. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7. Serve immediately as a refreshing starter or side dish. Enjoy your crispy cabbage and carrot salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
516 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.7 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1301 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 138 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 779 mg | 17% | |
*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.
