This crisp and creamy kohlrabi salad is a fresh low-carb swap for potato salad. Made with green apple, herbs, and a light dressing, it’s a perfect keto diet lunch idea or easy summer side dish. You can use grilled kohlrabi, make it slaw-style, or turn it into a full meal. Great for meal prep, BBQs, and anyone looking for healthy, zero carb salads.
2 medium kohlrabi bulbs, peeled and cut into thin strips
1 green apple, cored and sliced thin
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or dill
Optional: shredded cabbage or radish, cooked bacon bits
Peel and cut kohlrabi into matchstick-style slices.
Core and slice apple thin.
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, mayo (if using), mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Add kohlrabi, apple, and herbs to a large bowl. Pour dressing over and toss well.
Let sit for 10 minutes to blend flavors. Serve cold or room temperature.
You can grill the kohlrabi first for a smoky version.
Skip apple for zero-carb version.
Add cooked bacon for a blt salad twist.
Keeps in fridge for 2 days—great for meal prep.
Make it into a kohlrabi slaw by adding shredded cabbage.
Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-kohlrabi-salad/