Keto Sunflower Crunch Salad
Bright, crunchy, and packed with flavor, the Keto Sunflower Crunch Salad is a nutrient-rich, low-carb recipe that features a vibrant medley of shredded green and red cabbage, carrots, and crisp cucumber. This wholesome dish is elevated with the nutty goodness of sunflower seeds and a zesty, creamy dressing made with sugar-free mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Perfect for meal prep or a quick lunch, this salad comes together in just 15 minutes and is brimming with freshness thanks to a sprinkle of chopped parsley. Whether enjoyed immediately or chilled to enhance the flavor meld, this keto-friendly salad is satisfying, versatile, and a wonderful addition to any healthy eating plan.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups Shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup Shredded carrot
- 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds (unsalted, hulled)
- 1 cup Sliced cucumber
- 0.25 cup Chopped fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise (sugar-free, keto-friendly)
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, shredded carrot, sliced cucumber, and chopped parsley.
Add the sunflower seeds to the bowl and gently toss to distribute evenly throughout the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss well to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with additional sunflower seeds or parsley if desired.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1298 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.7 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 39 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 2161 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 350 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1839 mg | 39% | |
*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.
