Low Sodium Cruciferous Crunch Salad
Bright, flavorful, and incredibly nutrient-packed, this Low Sodium Cruciferous Crunch Salad is the perfect healthy addition to your dining table. Featuring an array of crunchy cruciferous vegetables like kale, red cabbage, broccoli florets, and Brussels sprouts, this vibrant salad is accented with the natural sweetness of grated carrot and a zesty homemade dressing made with apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of maple syrup. Topped with crunchy sunflower seeds and unsalted almonds, this no-cook recipe is low in sodium but bursting with texture and taste. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this salad serves as a nutritious side or light main dish, making it a fantastic option for anyone seeking heart-healthy, plant-based meals. Perfect for meal prep or a quick, nourishing bite, this salad combines fresh ingredients and bold flavors in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Kale
- 1 cup Red cabbage
- 1 cup Broccoli florets
- 1 cup Brussels sprouts
- 1 large Carrot
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Sunflower seeds
- 2 tablespoons Chopped unsalted almonds
Instructions
Wash and dry the kale. Remove the tough stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red cabbage and add it to the bowl with the kale.
Cut the broccoli florets into smaller pieces if necessary, and add them to the salad.
Remove the outer leaves from the Brussels sprouts and thinly slice them before adding to the bowl.
Peel and grate the carrot into the salad bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, black pepper, and lemon juice to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Sprinkle sunflower seeds and chopped unsalted almonds on top of the salad.
Serve immediately or let the salad sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
607 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.9 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 253 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 15.9 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 311 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 856 mg | 18% | |
*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.
