This Keto Crunchy Rainbow Cabbage Salad has a fresh and crisp texture. We prepare this colorful salad with green cabbage, red cabbage, kale, cucumber, avocado, radishes, fresh herbs, toasted pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp hearts, and a tangy homemade keto dressing made with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, and Italian seasoning. This colorful salad contains approximately 210 calories and 5 g of net carbs. This salad takes only 18 minutes to prepare. This Keto Crunchy Rainbow Cabbage Salad is perfect for lunch, dinner, barbecues, picnics, potlucks, meal prep, and family gatherings. You can prepare the vegetables and dressing earlier, refrigerate them separately for 4 days, and toss them together just before serving for maximum freshness. Serve this colorful salad with Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken, Garlic Butter Salmon, Bunless Cheeseburgers, Ribeye Steak, or Creamy Cauliflower Mash.
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STATS:
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Course: Salad, Side Dish
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Mode: No-Cook
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Servings: 6
- Difficulty Level: Easy
TOOLS:
- Bowl
- Whisk
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Dry skillet
INGREDIENTS:
SALAD:
- 3 cups green cabbage
- 2 cups red cabbage
- 1 cup kale
- 1 cup cucumber
- ½ avocado
- ¼ cup sliced radishes
- 2 tablespoons parsley
- 2 tablespoons cilantro
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
- 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
- 1 tablespoon hemp hearts
KETO DRESSING:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic
- Salt
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon erythritol
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:
GREEN CABBAGE:
- We utilize green cabbage because it provides a crisp texture and mild flavor. As an alternative, you can use Napa cabbage or Savoy cabbage.
KALE:
- We use kale to add nutrients and a hearty texture.
AVOCADO:
- We utilize avocado because it adds creaminess and healthy fats. Instead, you can use olives or fresh mozzarella.
PUMPKIN SEEDS:
- We use pumpkin seeds for crunch and healthy fats.
HEMP HEARTS:
- We utilize hemp hearts because they add protein and healthy fats.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil creates a smooth, flavorful keto dressing.
ERYTHRITOL:
- Erythritol adds a touch of sweetness without extra carbs. As an alternative, you can use monk fruit sweetener or allulose.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Rinse and make each veggie.
- We toast the sunflower seeds & pumpkin seeds in a dry pan for about three minutes.
- Stir each dressing element perfectly.
- Whisk the green onions, cabbage, herbs, kale, avocado, cucumber, and radishes in a dish.
- Include the hemp hearts and toasted seeds.
- Spread the dressing on the salad.
- Allow the salad to sit for almost ten minutes and then serve.
TIPS:
- Include the avocado and then serve.
- Thinly slice the cabbage for a perfect texture.
- You can toast the seeds for additional flavor.
- Chill for almost twenty minutes and then serve to provide a crispy salad.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
CHICKEN DISHES:
- Grilled Lemon Chicken
- Garlic Butter Chicken
- Herb Roasted Chicken
- Cajun Chicken Breast
- Crispy Chicken Thighs
BEEF DISHES:
- Ribeye Steak
- Bunless Cheeseburger
- Garlic Butter Steak
- Beef Meatballs
- Grilled Beef Kabobs
SEAFOOD DISHES:
- Garlic Butter Salmon
- Grilled Shrimp
- Lemon Herb Cod
- Seared Tuna Steak
- Butter Scallops
SIDE DISHES:
- Creamy Cauliflower Mash
- Garlic Butter Green Beans
- Cheesy Broccoli
- Zucchini Noodles
EGG DISHES:
- Deviled Eggs
- Cheese Omelet
- Spinach Frittata
- Bacon Egg Muffins
- Scrambled Eggs
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put this undressed salad in a closed box and store for a minimum of four days. Store this dressed salad for only two days.
FREEZER:
- We don’t advise storing it because all the veggies will be softer after defrosting.
FAQs:
Could we prepare this colorful salad earlier?
- Yes, you can make this colorful salad beforehand, as it refrigerates for 4 days.
May we include protein?
- Yes, you can use salmon, grilled chicken, shrimp, or steak.
Will we utilize coleslaw mix?
- Yes, you can use coleslaw mix, as it will save you time and works perfectly.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 210 kcal
Sodium: 260 mg
Fiber: 4 g
Sugar: 3 g
Net Carbs: 5 g
Fat: 18 g
Protein: 5 g
Serving Size: 1½ cups
Overall Carbs: 9 g