Antioxidant Crunch Salad
4 People
264 Cals
Antioxidant Crunch Salad
4 People
264 Cals
About the recipe
This vibrant Antioxidant Crunch Salad is the kind of bowl that makes you feel instantly nourished and energised from the inside out. Packed with fibre, antoixidants, healthy fats and fresh garden herbs, this salad is designed to support heart health, gut health, glowing skin and overall wellbeing — all while tasting purely delicious.Finely shredded purple cabbage forms the base, delivering fibre and powerful antioxidants that help support digestion and reduce inflammation. Sweet bursts of blueberries add a skin-loving hit of polyphenols, while toasted walnuts bring omega-3 fats for the heart and brain. Fresh mint and spring onion lift everything with brightness and freshness, and a simple red wine vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil dressing ties it all together with a gentle tang.It’s the kind of salad that feels light yet deeply satisfying — crunchy, juicy and full of life. Enjoy it as a nourishing side, a beautiful lunch on its own, or turn it into a complete meal by adding creamy avocado or a piece of roasted salmon for extra protein and healthy fats.Simple, vibrant and incredibly good for you, this is everyday wellness in a bowl.
Nutrition Per Serving
264
Calories
17g
Fat
2g
Saturates
8g
Sugars
703mg
Salt
7g
Protein
17g
Carbs
7g
Fibre
Ingredients
- 500 g purple cabbage very finely shredded (about 1 small organic cabbage)
- 1 teaspoon flaked sea salt
- Juice ½ lemon
- 2 spring onions finely sliced
- 1 handful fresh mint leaves chopped
- 200 g blueberries
- 60 g maple toasted walnuts see notes
- 30 g feta crumbled, optional
Dressing
- 2 - 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar or verjuice
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Optional embellishments
- Sliced avocado
- Roasted salmon fillet for added protein
Method
- COMBINE the shredded purple cabbage, salt and lemon juice into a large bowl. Using clean hands, gently massage the cabbage for about 1 minute.
- This softens the fibres, enhances flavour and makes the cabbage easier to digest.
- ADD the sliced spring onions, chopped mint, blueberries and toasted walnuts to the bowl.
- SPLASH IN the red wine vinegar or verjuice and extra-virgin olive oil.
- MIX through until combined and everything is coated with the dressing.
- TRANSFER the salad onto a serving platter or bowl and scatter over extra walnuts, blueberries and the crumbled feta.
- SERVE and enjoy. For a more substantial meal, top with sliced avocado or serve alongside a roasted salmon fillet.
Notes & Inspiration
For maple toasted walnuts
Toss walnuts with a drizzle of maple syrup and a pinch of sea salt, then toast in a 180°C oven for 8–10 minutes until golden, sticky and fragrant. Why you’ll love it
This is one of those salads that delivers both flavour and function. It’s crunchy, juicy and deeply satisfying, yet light enough to leave you feeling energised rather than heavy. Think of it as everyday nourishment in a bowl — vibrant, colourful and full of ingredients that support total wellbeing. Antioxidant-rich goodness
Purple cabbage and blueberries are rich in polyphenols and vitamin C, helping support skin health, immunity and cellular protection. Walnuts bring heart-loving omega-3 fats, while extra-virgin olive oil adds anti-inflammatory benefits and beautiful flavour. Gut-friendly + fibre-rich
Massaging the cabbage with lemon and salt gently softens the fibres, making it easier to digest while enhancing flavour. The combination of cabbage, herbs and nuts provides plenty of fibre to support a happy, balanced gut. Make it a meal
This salad is beautiful on its own, but also works as a base for a more substantial bowl: Add roasted salmon or grilled chicken for protein - Toss through chickpeas or lentils for a plant-based option - Add avocado for extra creaminess and healthy fats Perfect for meal prep
It keeps well in the fridge for 4 days and actually tastes even better after a little time to sit. The cabbage holds its crunch, making it ideal for prepping ahead for lunches or easy dinners. A bowl for everyday wellness
This salad is all about simple ingredients coming together to support heart health, gut health, glowing skin and steady energy. Fresh, vibrant and full of life — the kind of food that helps you feel your best.
Toss walnuts with a drizzle of maple syrup and a pinch of sea salt, then toast in a 180°C oven for 8–10 minutes until golden, sticky and fragrant. Why you’ll love it
This is one of those salads that delivers both flavour and function. It’s crunchy, juicy and deeply satisfying, yet light enough to leave you feeling energised rather than heavy. Think of it as everyday nourishment in a bowl — vibrant, colourful and full of ingredients that support total wellbeing. Antioxidant-rich goodness
Purple cabbage and blueberries are rich in polyphenols and vitamin C, helping support skin health, immunity and cellular protection. Walnuts bring heart-loving omega-3 fats, while extra-virgin olive oil adds anti-inflammatory benefits and beautiful flavour. Gut-friendly + fibre-rich
Massaging the cabbage with lemon and salt gently softens the fibres, making it easier to digest while enhancing flavour. The combination of cabbage, herbs and nuts provides plenty of fibre to support a happy, balanced gut. Make it a meal
This salad is beautiful on its own, but also works as a base for a more substantial bowl: Add roasted salmon or grilled chicken for protein - Toss through chickpeas or lentils for a plant-based option - Add avocado for extra creaminess and healthy fats Perfect for meal prep
It keeps well in the fridge for 4 days and actually tastes even better after a little time to sit. The cabbage holds its crunch, making it ideal for prepping ahead for lunches or easy dinners. A bowl for everyday wellness
This salad is all about simple ingredients coming together to support heart health, gut health, glowing skin and steady energy. Fresh, vibrant and full of life — the kind of food that helps you feel your best.
