This copycat Chick-fil-A Kale Salad recipe is packed with crunch, along with vibrant flavors! Packed with fresh kale, tangy cabbage, and a delightful blend of crunchy toppings, it’s the perfect side dish or light meal.
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CHICK-FIL-A KALE SALAD
If you’re a fan of Chick-fil-A’s delicious Kale Crunch Salad, you’re in for a treat! This homemade version brings the same vibrant flavors and satisfying textures right to your kitchen. This homemade kale crunch salad is not only healthy, crunchy and tangy, it is also WAY cheaper! Follow along to recreate this fan-favorite recipe with a few simple ingredients and steps!
WHAT YOU NEED-
- Kale– The key ingredient in this crunch salad is kale! Use fresh curly kale, I like to buy the pre-chopped kale!
- Cabbage– Finely shredded white/green cabbage is called for in this recipe. You can buy a whole cabbage and shred it with a shredder or buy the pre-cut cabbage mix in the salad section at your local grocery store.
- Almonds– Any type of roasted almonds will work. You can use salted whole almonds, sliced almonds, or even honey roasted almonds! To keep this salad nut free, you can leave out the almonds.
- Dressing– This salad comes together because of the dressing! For this kale salad you want to use Dijon vinaigrette dressing, either homemade or store-bought will work. I highly recommend you make the homemade version; it is so easy and healthier!
- Flavors– For additional flavors, you can season the salad with salt and pepper to taste!
HOW TO MAKE KALE CRUNCH SALAD
This kale crunch salad comes together so quickly, making it the perfect salad or side dish!
- Prepare the homemade Dijon vinaigrette dressing.
- Remove the stem off the kale, chop and wash the kale. Using a salad spinner, or paper towel, dry the kale.
- Add the clean chopped kale, shredded cabbage, and almonds to your salad bowl and toss to combine.
- Drizzle with Dijon vinaigrette and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately with desired sides.
| Serve this Chick-fil-a kale crunch salad alongside crispy tenders, grilled chicken thighs or with some fries. |
SALAD VARIATIONS
Level up your salad by adding more ingredients to it! Here are some great ways to elevate this kale crunch salad:
- Fruit– Don’t be shy when it comes to adding fruit to savory salads, it’s so good! Add chopped apples, pomegranates, clementines, or even berries to this salad.
- Dried Fruit– Add some additional sweetness by adding dried cranberries cherries, raisins or a mix of all!
- Veggies– Don’t limit to just adding kale and cabbage! Add shredded carrots or sliced baby bell peppers for extra crunch and flavor.
- Nuts– Swap out almonds for walnuts, pecans, or cashews.
- Seeds– Add some sunflower seeds or roasted pumpkin seeds to this salad.
- Crunch– For extra crunch, add croutons or tortilla crisps to this salad!
- Cheese– Elevate this crunch salad by adding Feta cheese, so delicious!
- Protein– Pack this salad with protein by adding shredded chicken, grilled chicken thighs, Chipotle chicken, chicken popcorn, or even chicken tenders.
QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE:
For the best results you want to use kale, but you can totally try this salad with spinach, spring mix, arugula, or shredded romaine.
To avoid this salad from getting soggy, you want to make it fresh! But you can make your salad dressing ahead of time.
Yes! Kale and cabbage are packed with vitamins and minerals. If you make the dressing homemade, that will make it healthier since there are no preservatives.
Yes! The salad is gluten free and if you leave out the nuts it will also be nut-free!
OTHER SALAD RECIPES-
Looking to add more salads to your diet? Check out these other light and fresh salads:
Chick-Fil-A Kale Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 5 cups fresh kale chopped
- 2 cups green cabbage shredded
- 1/4 cup roasted almonds sliced or whole
- dijon vinaigrette dressing store bought or homemade
Instructions
- Start by preparing the homemade Dijon vinaigrette dressing.
- Remove the tough stems from the kale leaves and discard them. Carefully chop the kale into bite-sized pieces, then wash thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit. .
- Once clean, use a salad spinner or gently pat the kale dry with paper towels to ensure it’s as dry as possible
- In a large salad bowl, combine the freshly chopped kale, shredded cabbage, and almonds. Toss everything together to ensure an even distribution of ingredients.
- Drizzle the prepared Dijon vinaigrette over the salad and toss everything once more to coat the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or alongside your favorite main course.
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