Wilted Kale with Creamy Chipotle Dressing Raw Vegan
Transform your greens into a bold, nutrient-packed delight with this Wilted Kale with Creamy Chipotle Dressing! This raw vegan recipe features tender, lemon-massaged kale combined with a rich and smoky dressing made from soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, and a touch of chipotle powder for just the right kick. The creamy dressing is perfectly balanced with hints of garlic, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar, creating a flavor-packed dish that’s dairy-free, gluten-free, and utterly satisfying. Ready in under 20 minutes with minimal prep, this easy and healthy kale salad is perfect as a vibrant side dish or light main course. Plus, it's raw vegan, making it a powerhouse of plant-based nutrition. Perfect for anyone looking for a quick and wholesome recipe that doesn’t skimp on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Kale
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 teaspoons Sea salt
- 0.5 cups Raw cashews (soaked for 4 hours)
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoons Chipotle powder
- 1 whole Garlic clove
- 1 teaspoons Maple syrup
- 1 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cups Water (as needed for blending)
Instructions
Prepare the kale: Wash the kale thoroughly and remove the tough stems. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Place the kale in a large bowl and add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and sea salt.
Massage the kale with your hands for 3–5 minutes until the leaves become tender and slightly wilted. Set aside.
Prepare the creamy chipotle dressing: Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a high-speed blender.
Add nutritional yeast, chipotle powder, garlic clove, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and 1/4 cup water to the blender.
Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, adding more water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning as needed (e.g., add more chipotle powder for extra smokiness or maple syrup for sweetness).
Pour the creamy chipotle dressing over the wilted kale and toss thoroughly until all the leaves are coated.
Serve immediately or let sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
558 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.4 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1262 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 24.2 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 417 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1295 mg | 28% | |
*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.
