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Fiber-rich cabbage and carrot salad with a light olive-oil dressing
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (chopped) of Mixed Cabbage Salad (120 g) has 62 calories. That works out to 52 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.4 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 3 g of fiber. Its 57.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 48% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (chopped) · 120 g
62
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
7.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
3.4g
· 4% DV
Fiber
3g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 10% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 62 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.4 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.47 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 138 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Protein | 1.6 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) | 120 g | 62 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 60 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 36 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 52 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 220 g | 114 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 250 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 156 kcal |
Calculated from 52 calories per 100 g.
Mixed Cabbage Salad is made by combining finely sliced cabbage and grated carrot with a light olive-oil dressing. Slice the cabbage thinly for a crisp, easy-to-eat texture, then toss it with the dressing shortly before serving.
A light olive-oil dressing suits Mixed Cabbage Salad and lets the cabbage and carrot stay prominent. A little lemon juice or vinegar can add brightness; add the dressing gradually so the vegetables remain crisp rather than soggy.
No. Mixed Cabbage Salad is typically dressed lightly with olive oil, while classic coleslaw is often creamy and mayonnaise-based. Both use cabbage, but the dressing gives them a different texture and flavor.
Yes, red cabbage works well in Mixed Cabbage Salad and adds color and a slightly firmer crunch. You can replace some or all of the white cabbage with red cabbage; slice it thinly so it mixes evenly with the carrot.
To keep Mixed Cabbage Salad from getting watery, dry the cabbage well after washing and add the dressing shortly before serving. Avoid squeezing or heavily salting the cabbage, since both can draw out moisture.
Yes, you can prepare the sliced cabbage and grated carrot for Mixed Cabbage Salad ahead of time. Store them covered in the refrigerator and add the dressing just before serving to preserve their crunch.
Mixed Cabbage Salad keeps best in a covered container in the refrigerator and is most enjoyable within a day or two. Once dressed, it may soften and release liquid; discard it if it develops an off smell or signs of spoilage.
Mixed Cabbage Salad pairs well with grilled or roasted mains, sandwiches, and bean dishes. Its crunchy vegetables and light dressing provide a fresh contrast to richer or more savory foods.
For softer cabbage in Mixed Cabbage Salad, slice it very thinly and gently massage it before adding the carrot and dressing. Stop once it begins to soften; over-massaging can make the salad limp and watery.
Mixed Cabbage Salad can add fiber and volume to a meal, which may help it feel more filling. It does not cause weight loss by itself, and the overall meal and portion size still matter.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
57.6µg · 48% DV
Vitamin C
33.6mg · 37% DV
Vitamin A
174µg · 19% DV
B6
0.16mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.17mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
228mg · 7% DV
Sodium
138mg · 6% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 62 calories in 1 cup (chopped) (120 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Mixed Cabbage Salad combines finely sliced cabbage and carrot with a light olive-oil dressing. It is a simple, home-style salad rather than a dish tied to one specific region; lemon juice or vinegar may be used to add a bright, tangy note. The cabbage can be white or red, depending on what is available and the cook’s preference.
Its crisp texture and gently sweet flavour make it a refreshing side for grilled foods, beans or other everyday meals. It also works well as part of a light lunch, perhaps with chickpeas or leafy greens. Cabbage and carrot make it a fibre-rich, vegetable-forward choice, while keeping the dressing modest lets their fresh crunch come through.
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
0.47g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.