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Kale Crunch Salad

Kale Crunch Salad: A Easy Vegan Twist You'll Love

Discover this Kale Crunch Salad, a quick and vegan-friendly delight that brings a joyful crunch to the table.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 bunch Kale can substitute with Swiss chard or spinach
  • 2 cups Green Cabbage any crisp cabbage variety
  • 1 cup Almonds can substitute with pecans or sunflower seeds for nut-free option
For the Vinaigrette
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar can substitute with white wine vinegar or lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup can substitute with agave nectar or honey (not vegan)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard can substitute with yellow mustard or whole grain mustard
  • to taste Sea Salt essential seasoning
  • to taste Pepper essential seasoning
  • to taste Garlic Powder essential seasoning

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • mason jar
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and toss the almonds with olive oil and sea salt. Spread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Roast the almonds for 10-12 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden brown and fragrant. Let cool.
  3. Combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, sea salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a mason jar. Shake vigorously until emulsified.
  4. Wash and dry the kale, tear it into bite-sized pieces, and massage it with olive oil until it turns vibrant green.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the massaged kale, shredded green cabbage, and cooled roasted almonds.
  6. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently. Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1salad servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Always add the vinaigrette just before serving to keep the salad crisp. Store leftovers in an airtight container without dressing for up to 2 days.

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