Gluten-Free Crispy Kale Slaw
Bright, vibrant, and packed with texture, this Gluten-Free Crispy Kale Slaw is a nourishing twist on classic slaw recipes. Featuring oven-crisped curly kale, crunchy red cabbage, and sweet, grated carrots, it’s elevated with bites of toasted pumpkin seeds and tangy dried cranberries for a delightful balance of flavors. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing made with lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey, this salad is as nutritious as it is flavorful. Perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or a light, refreshing side, the slaw can be served immediately for a crispy bite or chilled to let the flavors meld. Wholesome, colorful, and gluten-free, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthier, plant-based side dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups curly kale leaves
- 2 cups red cabbage
- 2 medium carrots
- 0.5 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Wash and thoroughly dry the kale leaves. Remove the thick stems and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Spread the kale pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 8-10 minutes or until crisp. Check them halfway through and shake the pan to ensure even crisping.
While the kale is crisping, slice the red cabbage thinly and grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cabbage, grated carrots, toasted pumpkin seeds, and dried cranberries.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Once the kale is crispy and has cooled slightly, gently fold it into the cabbage and carrot mixture.
Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss everything together until evenly coated.
Serve immediately for maximum crispness or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1725 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.0 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1812 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.1 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.6 g | ||
| Protein | 43.2 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 598 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 3190 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
