Chick-fil-A Kale Crunch Salad
Crispy, fresh kale salad with crunchy almonds and a tangy maple Dijon dressing – a refreshing and healthy side dish.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Small Bowl
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 4 cups chopped curly kale
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
- ¼ cup roasted sunflower seeds optional for extra crunch
For the Maple Dijon Dressing
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon juice for brightness
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, massage the chopped kale with half of the dressing for about 1-2 minutes until it softens.
- Add shredded cabbage and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle sliced almonds and sunflower seeds over the salad.
- Drizzle with the remaining dressing and toss well.
- Serve immediately or let it sit for 15-20 minutes for the flavors to blend.
Notes
For extra crunch, add more almonds or sunflower seeds. You can also add dried cranberries for a touch of sweetness.