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A salad of thin orange carrot strips, pale and bright green lettuce leaves, and finely shredded purple-red cabbage, loosely tossed together in a bowl.
●Low GI

Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad Calories

Colorful, fiber-rich, vitamin-packed salad

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

38kcal

GI

30low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

230mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.7g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad (80 g) has 30 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.7 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 68 µg of Vitamin K covers 57% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 80 g

30

KCAL / 80G

Carbs

5.7g

· 2% DV

Protein

1g

· 2% DV

Fat

0.2g

· 0% DV

Fiber

2.2g

· 8% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 80% · Protein 14% · Fat 6%

Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (80 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories30 kcal
Total fat0.2 g0%
Saturated fat0.04 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium24 mg1%
Total carbohydrate5.7 g2%
Fiber2.2 g8%
Protein1 g2%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)80 g30 kcal
1 g1 g0 kcal
1 cup (extra small)40 g15 kcal
1 cup (small)50 g19 kcal
1 piece (small)60 g23 kcal
100 g100 g38 kcal
1 serving (medium)100 g38 kcal
1 cup (large)120 g46 kcal
1 serving (large)150 g57 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)200 g76 kcal

Calculated from 38 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad

How do you make carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad?

Combine grated carrot and thinly sliced red cabbage with chopped lettuce. Dress with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt just before serving so the lettuce stays crisp. Slice the cabbage finely for a more tender bite.

What dressing goes best with carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad?

A simple lemon-and-olive-oil dressing suits carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad particularly well. Whisk the two with a little salt, then toss the salad right before serving; a splash of vinegar can add extra tang.

How do you make red cabbage tender in carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad?

Slice the red cabbage thinly, then massage it briefly with a little salt and lemon juice. This softens its firm texture and mellows its sharp taste. Drain any liquid before mixing it with the lettuce.

Can you make carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the carrot and cabbage ahead, but keep the lettuce and dressing separate. Add them shortly before serving to prevent the leaves from wilting and the salad from becoming watery.

How long does carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad last in the fridge?

Dressed carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad is best eaten within a day, kept covered in the refrigerator. The lettuce quickly loses its crunch. Store the dressing separately if you want the prepared vegetables to stay crisp longer.

What can you serve with carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad?

Carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad pairs well with grilled chicken, fish, or meat, and it can brighten up sandwiches and grain bowls. Its fresh, tangy crunch also complements richer or more heavily seasoned mains.

Can you make carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad without mayonnaise?

Yes, mayonnaise is unnecessary: olive oil and lemon juice make a light dressing for carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad. For a creamy variation, stir in a spoonful of plain yogurt just before serving.

How do you keep carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad from getting soggy?

Dry the lettuce thoroughly after washing, and add it along with the dressing and salt just before serving. Keeping these ingredients separate while the salad waits helps the leaves retain their crisp texture.

Does carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad need to be cooked?

No, carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad is normally served raw. Thinly slicing the cabbage and briefly massaging it with lemon and a little salt makes it easier to chew while keeping the salad crisp.

What else can you add to carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad?

Cucumber, fresh herbs, corn, or toasted nuts can all be added to carrot, lettuce, and red cabbage salad. Add watery ingredients such as cucumber close to serving time, since they can release liquid as the salad sits.

Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin K

68µg · 57% DV

Vitamin A

416µg · 46% DV

Vitamin C

27.2mg · 30% DV

Folate

30.4µg · 8% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.14mg · 6% DV

Potassium ⭐

184mg · 5% DV

Copper

0.04mg · 4% DV

Calcium

44mg · 4% DV

Sodium

24mg · 1% DV

Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

30
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

1.6
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad

To burn the 30 calories in 1 cup (medium) (80 g):

🚶

7min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

3min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

4min

Cycling

🏊

3min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad?

Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad combines grated or thinly sliced carrot, crisp lettuce and shredded red cabbage. It is a simple, adaptable raw vegetable salad rather than a dish tied to one particular region, and can be made with whatever fresh produce is on hand.

The vegetables bring a crunchy texture, mild sweetness and fresh flavour. Serve it alongside grilled food, sandwiches or a main meal, or enjoy it as a light lunch; a tangy vinaigrette or lemon dressing suits it well. It offers fibre and a range of vitamins while remaining low in calories. For a lighter dressing, use lemon or vinegar with just a little oil, and add the dressing shortly before serving to keep the leaves crisp.

How Nutritious Is Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad?

Nutrient density

High

78/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

52/ 100

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.

Is Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally 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.

Does Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Carrot Lettuce Red Cabbage Salad Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.04g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.06g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.07g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.