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Oil-based, lightly sweet-tangy salad dressing
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Cabbage carrot salad dressing (30 g) has 96 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.8 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 9.3 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 1 mg of Vitamin E covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
96
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
3.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
9.3g
· 12% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 15% · Protein 1% · Fat 84%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 96 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.3 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 1.35 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 144 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 80 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 128 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 45 g | 144 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Cabbage carrot salad dressing is usually made with oil, vinegar or lemon juice, and a little sweetener for its lightly sweet-tangy flavor. Some recipes add mustard, but it is not essential to every homemade version.
Whisk oil with vinegar or lemon juice and a little sweetener to make cabbage carrot salad dressing. Add mustard if you like, then taste and adjust the balance before tossing it with shredded cabbage and carrot.
Not always. Cabbage carrot salad dressing can be an oil-and-vinegar vinaigrette, while many coleslaw dressings are creamy and mayonnaise-based. Both can be used on shredded cabbage and carrot, but they have different textures and flavors.
Cabbage carrot salad dressing can become watery because shredded cabbage and carrot release moisture as they sit. Dry the vegetables well after washing and dress the salad shortly before serving; toss it again if it has been prepared ahead.
Add cabbage carrot salad dressing shortly before serving for the crispest texture. If it sits on the shredded vegetables for a long time, the cabbage can soften and release water that dilutes the dressing.
Yes, you can prepare cabbage carrot salad dressing ahead and refrigerate it in a sealed container. Oil and vinegar may separate while it sits, so shake or whisk the dressing again just before using it.
Homemade cabbage carrot salad dressing generally keeps for about 3–4 days in a sealed container in the refrigerator. If it contains fresh ingredients, use it promptly, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Yes, cabbage carrot salad dressing also works on other crunchy salads, such as shredded broccoli or sliced cucumber. Its tangy flavor can also complement sandwiches, but add it sparingly so it does not make the bread soggy.
To make cabbage carrot salad dressing less sweet, add a little more vinegar or lemon juice and taste as you go. The extra acidity balances the sweetness without requiring a different dressing.
Yes, homemade cabbage carrot salad dressing made from oil, vinegar or lemon, and optional sweetener is generally less processed than a bottled version. Making it at home also lets you choose the ingredients and control the sweetness.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.96mg · 6% DV
Vitamin K
5.4µg · 5% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.12µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
144mg · 6% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
21mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cabbage carrot salad dressing is an oil-based, lightly sweet-tangy dressing for finely sliced cabbage and grated carrot. It is a simple alternative to creamy slaw dressings, with an acidic note—often from vinegar or citrus—to balance the vegetables and a touch of sweetness for roundness.
It works well tossed through the vegetables before serving, giving them a little time to soften and take on the flavour. Across English-speaking kitchens, this kind of salad is served as a fresh side with sandwiches, grilled food or everyday meals. The dressing is energy-dense mainly because of its oil: it contains 31 g of fat per 100 g. Use a modest amount, or loosen it with citrus juice, if you prefer a lighter coating.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.35g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.14g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.67g
Omega 6:3 ratio 42.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (42.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.