Red Cabbage Salad Recipe

Brighten up your table with this vibrant Red Cabbage Salad Recipe, a refreshing and nutrient-packed side dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring crisp, thinly sliced red cabbage, sweet shredded carrots, and a hint of sharpness from red onion, this salad is tossed in a tangy apple cider vinaigrette sweetened with honey and spiced with Dijon mustard. Fresh parsley adds an herby touch, while a sprinkle of crunchy sunflower seeds takes it to the next level. Perfect for barbecues, weeknight dinners, or meal prep, this no-cook salad delivers a satisfying crunch and a vibrant burst of flavor with every bite. Serve it fresh or let it chill for a couple of hours to allow the flavors to meld—either way, it’s guaranteed to become a crowd-pleasing favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 small head red cabbage
• 2 medium carrots
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.25 cup parsley
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds

Directions

Step 1

Remove the outer layers of the red cabbage if they are wilted or damaged. Thinly slice the red cabbage using a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer. Add the sliced cabbage to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Thinly slice the red onion and chop the parsley. Add both to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake well to create a smooth dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

Sprinkle the sunflower seeds over the top for added crunch just before serving.

Step 7

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld. This salad is best enjoyed fresh.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	771.4 grams (771.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	325

Total Fat 2.10g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.30g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1535mg	67%
Total Carbohydrate 77.00g	28%
Dietary Fiber 16.70g	60%
Total Sugars 43.30g
Protein 8.20g	16%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 310mg	24%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 1854mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 5.3%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 85.6%