Soy-Free Sweet Kale Salad
This soy-free sweet kale salad is a vibrant and nutritious blend of hearty greens, crunchy vegetables, and sweet, tangy flavors. Featuring a mix of kale, shredded Brussels sprouts, red cabbage, and grated carrots, this salad is elevated with the addition of dried cranberries and sunflower seeds for a satisfying crunch and hint of sweetness. The homemade dressing, prepared with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard, adds a bright, zesty touch that perfectly complements the earthiness of the vegetables. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this recipe is ideal for those seeking a healthy, allergen-friendly dish that’s both flavorful and refreshing. Whether served as a light lunch or a show-stopping side dish, this salad is sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Kale
- 2 cups Shredded Brussels sprouts
- 1 cup Red cabbage
- 1 cup Grated carrots
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the kale, then remove the stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.
Add the shredded Brussels sprouts, red cabbage, and grated carrots to the bowl with the kale.
Sprinkle the dried cranberries and sunflower seeds over the top of the vegetable mixture.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the kale to soften slightly.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 24 hours to enjoy later.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1507 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.4 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 30.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1602 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.7 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.2 g | 133% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.9 g | ||
| Protein | 32.9 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 671 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 3055 mg | 65% | |
*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.
