Mellow Cabbage Salad

Brighten up your table with this Mellow Cabbage Salad, a crunchy, colorful medley of fresh green cabbage, sweet carrots, and vibrant red bell pepper tossed with a tangy homemade dressing. This quick, no-cook recipe comes together in just 20 minutes and features a delightful blend of apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard for a perfectly balanced flavor. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this salad is as visually appealing as it is nutritious. Perfect as a side dish for family dinners, potlucks, or barbecues, this healthy cabbage salad is guaranteed to satisfy. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a light and refreshing addition to any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 small head green cabbage
• 2 medium carrots
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by washing all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer, shred the cabbage finely and place it in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Peel the carrots, then grate them using a box grater or food processor, and add them to the bowl with the cabbage.

Step 4

Remove the seeds and core from the red bell pepper, then julienne it into thin strips. Add the strips to the mixing bowl.

Step 5

Chop the parsley and sprinkle it over the vegetables in the bowl.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss everything together gently until the cabbage, carrots, and bell pepper are evenly coated.

Step 8

Let the salad sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

Step 9

Serve the salad as a side dish or enjoy it as a light, healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	738.9 grams (738.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	631

Total Fat 42.80g	55%
Saturated Fat 5.90g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1465mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 60.20g	22%
Dietary Fiber 16.00g	57%
Total Sugars 40.00g
Protein 7.80g	16%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 216mg	17%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 1485mg	32%

*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: 58.6%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 36.6%