Copycat Chick-fil-a kale crunch salad

Copycat Chick-fil-a kale crunch salad

Whether you're hosting a summer get-together, bringing a dish to a potluck, or just craving a wholesome meal, this kale crunch salad fits the bill. It's versatile, elegant, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

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Course: Salad

Cuisine: internationnal

Keyword: healthy, salad

Prep Time: 30

Total Time: 30

Servings:

Calories: 189kcal

Author: Sophie Viau

Ingredients

Homemade dressing

¼ cup pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon old style mustard

For the Kale Crunch Salad:

8 cups chopped curly kale
2 cups green cabbage shredded
½ cup whole almonds chopped

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, red wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
Gradually stream in the extra virgin olive oil while continuing to whisk. This creates a silky, well-rounded base for your dressing that'll coat every leaf of kale with love. Once the mixture is well combined, stir in the old-style mustard.
Grab a large bowl and start assembling your Kale Crunch Salad. Toss in the chopped kale and shredded green cabbage.
Sprinkle the chopped whole almonds over the greens.
Drizzle your vibrant Dijon Dressing all over the salad.
Serve your Kale Crunch Salad on individual plates.

Notes

Storage

If you're not planning to consume the entire kale crunch side salad at once, consider assembling only the portion you intend to eat immediately. Keep the ingredients separate and the dressing on the side. This way, you can mix and dress the salad when you're ready to eat, maintaining the crunchiness.

When storing, always keep the dressing separate from the salad components. Drizzling the dressing ahead of time can cause the greens to wilt and the crunch to fade.

For extra longevity, place a damp paper towel on top of the greens before sealing the airtight container. This can help maintain moisture and prevent wilting without making the salad soggy.

If you find yourself with leftover dressed salad, consume it within a day or two for the best quality. While the texture might change slightly, the flavors will still be delightful.

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