Kale Crunch Salad
Indulge in a delicious Kale Crunch Salad that’s vibrant, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. This Chick-fil-A-inspired recipe features fresh kale paired with crunchy nuts, sweet dried cranberries, and a tangy dressing that creates a delightful medley of textures and tastes. Perfect as a side dish or stand-alone snack, this refreshing salad is sure to impress at any gathering!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup toasted almonds or pecans
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the kale under cool water, pat dry, remove stems, and tear leaves into bite-sized pieces.
- Toast the nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine kale, carrots, red cabbage, cranberries, and toasted nuts. Pour dressing over the mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Let the salad sit for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg