Easy Crunchy Cabbage Salad with Tangy Dijon-Lime Vinaigrette
Make this simple, crunchy cabbage salad tossed in a zesty Dijon-lime dressing. It is a quick, healthy side dish perfect for BBQs or weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups shredded green and purple cabbage mix
- 1 large carrot, shredded or julienned
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon sugar or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the shredded cabbage and carrot in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, Dijon mustard, sugar or honey, salt, and pepper until the dressing emulsifies slightly.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture.
- Toss well to coat all the vegetables evenly.
- Stir in the fresh cilantro, if using.
- Serve immediately for maximum crunch, or chill for 15 minutes to let the flavors combine.
Notes
- For meal planning, this salad holds its crunch well for up to two days in the refrigerator.
- If you are looking for alternatives to traditional sides, this light cabbage salad works well as a low-effort side dish.
- This recipe is a great base; add cooked chicken for a light lunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0