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Light salad rich in fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin K
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (chopped) of Lettuce, Basil and Red Cabbage Salad (90 g) has 23 calories. That works out to 25 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.7 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 103.5 µg of Vitamin K covers 86% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 90 g
23
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
4.7g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.4g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 21% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 23 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.7 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% |
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 cup (chopped) | 90 g | 23 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 45 g | 11 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 30 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (chopped) | 135 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 150 g | 38 kcal |
| 2 cup (chopped) | 180 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 63 kcal |
Calculated from 25 calories per 100 g.
To make Lettuce, Basil and Red Cabbage Salad, thinly slice the cabbage, tear the lettuce, and add fresh basil leaves. Toss with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt just before serving so the lettuce stays crisp and the basil keeps its aroma.
A simple lemon-and-olive-oil dressing works well with Lettuce, Basil and Red Cabbage Salad because it brightens the cabbage without hiding the basil. A little Dijon mustard or red-wine vinegar can add extra tang; dress the salad shortly before eating.
Keep Lettuce, Basil and Red Cabbage Salad crisp by drying the washed vegetables thoroughly and storing them undressed in a sealed container. Add the dressing and basil at the last minute, since moisture and acid make the lettuce soften faster.
Yes, you can prepare the cabbage and lettuce for Lettuce, Basil and Red Cabbage Salad ahead, as long as they are dry and chilled separately or together without dressing. Add basil and dressing just before serving to prevent wilting and discoloration.
To soften the cabbage in Lettuce, Basil and Red Cabbage Salad, slice it very thinly and massage it briefly with a pinch of salt and lemon juice. Keep the lettuce out of this step so it remains crisp.
Lettuce, Basil and Red Cabbage Salad pairs well with grilled chicken, fish, roasted vegetables, or beans. Its fresh, tangy crunch balances richer mains, while adding chickpeas or lentils can turn the salad into a more substantial meal.
Lettuce, Basil and Red Cabbage Salad is best eaten the day it is dressed, because the lettuce quickly loses its crunch. Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container and discard them if they become slimy, unusually soft, or develop an off smell.
For Lettuce, Basil and Red Cabbage Salad, separate and rinse the lettuce leaves and basil under cool running water, and rinse the cabbage after removing any damaged outer leaves. Dry everything well with a clean towel or salad spinner before chopping.
Yes, Lettuce, Basil and Red Cabbage Salad can make a more filling meal when you add a protein-rich ingredient such as chickpeas, lentils, tofu, or grilled chicken. A grain such as quinoa also makes it heartier without masking the fresh herbs.
Yes, Lettuce, Basil and Red Cabbage Salad is a vegetable-rich, light choice that contributes fiber and vitamins C and K. Pairing it with a protein source and a satisfying dressing makes it more balanced than serving the greens alone.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
103.5µg · 86% DV
Vitamin C
22.5mg · 25% DV
Folate
40.5µg · 10% DV
B6
0.12mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
189mg · 6% DV
Calcium
41mg · 4% DV
Sodium
14mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 23 calories in 1 cup (chopped) (90 g):
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Lettuce, basil and red cabbage salad brings together crisp lettuce, thinly sliced red cabbage and fragrant basil. It is a straightforward mix of fresh vegetables rather than a dish tied to one particular region, and can be adapted to what is in season. The leaves are light and crunchy, while basil adds an aromatic note and red cabbage a mild sweetness with a little bite.
It works as a fresh side for grilled foods, beans or a simple lunch, and is easy to dress with lemon and olive oil. Add the dressing just before serving to keep the lettuce crisp. The salad is light and low in fat, with fibre and vitamins C and K; add chickpeas or another hearty topping if you’d like it to make a more filling meal.
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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 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.
No known major allergens
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
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.14g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.