Description
Discover the healthiest ways to eat cabbage with this vibrant, nutrient-packed recipe. From boosting your immune system to supporting gut health, this cabbage salad is fresh, crunchy, and bursting with flavor. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, it’s quick, easy, and incredibly delicious
Ingredients
2 cups finely shredded green cabbage
1 cup shredded purple cabbage
1 medium carrot grated
1 small cucumber thinly sliced
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 fresh lemon
A pinch of salt
A dash of black pepper
Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the green cabbage, purple cabbage, grated carrot, and sliced cucumber
Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice
Season with a pinch of salt and a dash of black pepper
The salad thoroughly until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing
Let the salad rest for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend
Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired
Serve fresh and enjoy the crisp, tangy goodness
Notes
For extra crunch, add chopped nuts like almonds or sunflower seeds
A sprinkle of feta cheese adds a creamy, tangy twist
If you prefer a sweeter flavor, toss in some apple slices or raisins
This salad tastes even better after sitting for a few hours as the flavors develop
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad, Healthy Recipes
- Method: Raw, No-Cook
- Cuisine: Global, Vegan, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Healthiest way to eat cabbage, healthy cabbage recipe, cabbage salad, vegan cabbage recipe