French Cabbage Salad

Crisp, vibrant, and bursting with French-inspired flavors, this French Cabbage Salad is a refreshing addition to any meal. Featuring finely shredded green cabbage, sweet grated carrots, and fragrant fresh parsley, this colorful dish is elevated by a tangy homemade dressing of Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and a touch of honey. Ready in just 20 minutes and requiring no cooking, it’s a perfect make-ahead salad for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings. Serve it alongside grilled meats or as a standalone light lunch for a taste of French bistro flair. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this easy cabbage salad strikes the ideal balance of crunch, zest, and natural sweetness.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium head green cabbage
• 2 large carrot
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice the green cabbage into fine shreds using a sharp knife or mandoline. Place it in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor. Add the grated carrots to the cabbage.

Step 3

Finely chop the parsley and add it to the bowl with the cabbage and carrots.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 8

Serve the salad immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for a slightly more chilled and marinated flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	613.3 grams (613.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	581

Total Fat 45.80g	59%
Saturated Fat 6.70g	34%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1681mg	73%
Total Carbohydrate 38.70g	14%
Dietary Fiber 13.50g	48%
Total Sugars 21.80g
Protein 6.10g	12%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 207mg	16%
Iron 3mg	19%
Potassium 1088mg	23%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.7%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 26.2%