Red Cabbage and Carrot Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with color, this Red Cabbage and Carrot Salad is a vibrant twist on classic coleslaw that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for healthy meal prep or a crowd-pleasing side dish, this salad combines shredded red cabbage and carrots with fragrant parsley, all tossed in a tangy homemade dressing made with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for sweetness. Ready in just 20 minutes without any cooking required, its crisp texture and refreshing flavors make it a versatile addition to any table—pair it with grilled proteins, serve it at picnics, or enjoy it on its own as a light and satisfying dish. Packed with antioxidants and bursting with citrusy zest, this salad promises to elevate your healthy eating game in every crunchy bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Red cabbage
- 3 large Carrots
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Remove any damaged outer leaves from the red cabbage. Cut the cabbage into quarters and remove the core. Thinly slice the cabbage or shred it using a mandoline or food processor. Place the shredded cabbage in a large mixing bowl.
Peel the carrots and use a box grater or food processor to shred them. Add the shredded carrots to the bowl with the cabbage.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and add it to the bowl as well.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified and smooth.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture. Toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld together.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with additional parsley if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
126 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.4 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 247 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 442 mg | 9% | |
*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.
