Raw Cabbage Salad
Bright, crisp, and packed with vibrant flavors, this Raw Cabbage Salad is the ultimate go-to for a refreshing and nutrient-rich dish! Featuring finely shredded green cabbage, sweet grated carrots, crunchy sunflower seeds, and the pop of color from red bell pepper, this recipe is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. A tangy homemade dressing made with apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and a touch of honey perfectly complements the natural sweetness of the vegetables, while fresh parsley adds a burst of herbal freshness. With just 15 minutes of prep time and zero cooking required, this versatile salad is ideal for busy days, light lunches, or as a colorful side dish for your next gathering. Plus, it's vegan, gluten-free, and brimming with antioxidants—perfect for healthy eating enthusiasts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head (medium) Green cabbage
- 2 medium Carrot
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup Sunflower seeds
- 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves from the cabbage, then finely shred or thinly slice the cabbage using a knife, mandoline, or food processor. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor. Add grated carrots to the bowl with the shredded cabbage.
Cut the red bell pepper into thin strips or small dice, and add it to the bowl with the other vegetables.
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad base.
Add sunflower seeds for crunch, mixing them evenly into the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together thoroughly to ensure the vegetables are well coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper based on your preference.
Serve the salad immediately, or refrigerate it for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
209 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.6 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 310 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 701 mg | 15% | |
*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.
