Paleo Sunflower Crunch Salad
Crisp, vibrant, and bursting with flavor, this Paleo Sunflower Crunch Salad is a wholesome, nutrient-packed meal or side dish that's as satisfying as it is nourishing. Packed with a colorful medley of fresh mixed greens, crunchy red cabbage, shredded carrot, crisp cucumber, and sweet red bell pepper, this salad is taken to the next level with a sprinkle of sunflower seeds and a zesty homemade dressing. The creamy avocado oil vinaigrette, sweetened lightly with raw honey and brightened with apple cider vinegar, brings all the flavors together beautifully. Naturally paleo, gluten-free, and dairy-free, this salad is perfect for clean eating enthusiasts or anyone craving a refreshing, healthy option. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's ideal for meal prepping, quick lunches, or a vibrant addition to any dinner table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed greens (spinach, kale, or arugula)
- 1 cup Red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Carrot, shredded
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 quarter cup Sunflower seeds (unsalted, raw or roasted)
- 2 stalks Green onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (without added sugar)
- 1 teaspoon Raw honey
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed greens, and place them in a large salad bowl.
Add the red cabbage, shredded carrot, cucumber, red bell pepper, sunflower seeds, green onion, and parsley to the bowl with the greens.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the avocado oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, raw honey, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving if preferred.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1240 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.7 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1444 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.0 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.5 g | ||
| Protein | 33.6 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 437 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 2547 mg | 54% | |
*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.
