Nut-Free Crispy Kale Slaw
Bright, crisp, and bursting with flavor, this Nut-Free Crispy Kale Slaw is the perfect addition to your table! Featuring nutrient-dense kale, vibrant red cabbage, and sweet, crunchy carrots, this slaw is brought to life with a tangy homemade dressing of zesty lemon juice, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of maple syrup for balance. Sunflower seeds add the perfect nut-free crunch, making this dish both allergen-friendly and irresistibly delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and easy slaw is ideal as a side dish or a light, refreshing lunch. Perfect for meal prep or any gathering, it’s a healthy and colorful way to enjoy your veggies!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups kale
- 2 cups red cabbage
- 1 large carrot
- 3 stalks green onion
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon pepper
- 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
Instructions
Wash and de-stem the kale, then chop it into thin strips.
Thinly slice the red cabbage and add it to a large mixing bowl with the kale.
Peel and grate the carrot, then toss it into the mixing bowl.
Slice the green onion into thin rings and add them to the slaw mix.
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until the mixture is well-combined.
Pour the dressing over the kale mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Sprinkle the sunflower seeds over the top for a crunchy texture.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
896 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.9 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2746 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.6 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.8 g | ||
| Protein | 20.3 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 444 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1754 mg | 37% | |
*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.
