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Copycat Chick-fil-A kale crunch salad recipe in a bowl with wooden spoons for serving.
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Kale Crunch Salad (Better Than Chick-fil-A!)

This Kale Crunch Salad is a copycat recipe of the famous Chick-fil-A salad. It's ready in 10 minutes and is naturally vegan and gluten-free!
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Diet Low Lactose, Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 333kcal
Author Rachel

Ingredients

Base Salad:

  • 6 cups curly kale packed
  • 2 cups green cabbage thinly sliced
  • ½ cup roasted salted almonds halved or roughly chopped

Optional Add-In’s:

  • 1 apple cored and chopped
  • 1 cup white beans
  • ¼ cup shredded carrots
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup green onions sliced

Apple Cider Vinegar & Dijon Dressing:

  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave syrup
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Prepare the kale by washing and drying, then chopping into bite-sized pieces. Remove any tough stems.
  • Transfer the kale to a large mixing bowl and use clean hands to massage the kale for a few minutes until it softens and becomes a vibrant green color.
  • Add in the cabbage, almonds, and any other optional add-ins you desire. Toss to combine.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until well combined.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a few days.
Note: Nutrition facts include optional add-ins.

Nutrition

Calories: 333kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 367mg | Potassium: 688mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 4608IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 208mg | Iron: 3mg