Whole30 Sweet Kale Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Whole30 Sweet Kale Salad! Perfectly suited for clean eating, this recipe combines earthy kale, crisp green cabbage, and thinly sliced brussels sprouts with shredded carrots for a colorful base rich in vitamins and antioxidants. A sprinkle of raw sunflower seeds and dried unsweetened cranberries adds irresistible texture and sweetness without compromising the Whole30 guidelines. Tossed with a tangy, homemade lemon and Dijon mustard vinaigrette, and topped with thin slices of honeycrisp apple for a burst of natural sweetness, this salad is as flavorful as it is wholesome. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ultimate side dish or light main course for your health-conscious meals. Whether you're following Whole30 or simply searching for a refreshing and satisfying kale salad, this recipe is a must-try!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 6 cups kale (stems removed, leaves chopped)
• 2 cups green cabbage (shredded)
• 1 cup brussels sprouts (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup carrots (shredded)
• 0.25 cup raw sunflower seeds
• 0.25 cup dried unsweetened cranberries
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (Whole30 compliant)
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 medium honey crisp apple (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Wash and thoroughly dry the kale. Remove the tough stems, and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large mixing bowl.

2. Add the shredded cabbage, thinly sliced brussels sprouts, and shredded carrots to the bowl with the kale.

3. Sprinkle the sunflower seeds and dried cranberries over the greens mixture.

4. In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake well until emulsified to create the dressing.

5. Thinly slice the honey crisp apple, leaving the skin on for extra fiber, and add it to the salad bowl.

6. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad, then toss everything together until evenly coated.

7. Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the kale to soften slightly.

8. Serve immediately as a main dish or side and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (314.2g)

Calories		326
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		19.8 g	25%
	Saturated Fat	2.5 g	13%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		367 mg	16%
Total Carbohydrate		36.1 g	13%
	Dietary Fiber	7.9 g	28%
	Total Sugars	12.9 g
Protein		7.5 g	15%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		208 mg	16%
Iron		2.8 mg	16%
Potassium		960 mg	20%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 707 cal (50.2%%)

Protein: 122 cal (8.7%%)

Carbs: 578 cal (41.1%%)