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Loaded Veggie Chopped Kale Salad

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Whether you are trying to detox, consume more vegetables or just eat an all around healthier diet, this filling Chopped Kale Salad is for you! Loaded with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber and even some protein and covered in a tangy mustard vinaigrette, this is no wimpy salad!

Loaded Veggie Chopped Kale Salad

Most of the world is trying to eat a healthier diet this month. “Healthy eating” means something different to everybody. Generally speaking though, most people will agree that consuming more vegetables is a good thing. And probably something we could all do a little better. Some will enjoy it, some will not. The difference usually lies in how satisfied you feel. Variety is the spice of life, so don’t commit yourself to a lifetime of iceberg lettuce and celery sticks. Eat the rainbow, including a wide variety of different fruits and vegetables and eat a variety of textures as well. Sometimes texture is even more important than flavor! This Chopped Kale Salad delivers on EVERY level!

Loaded Veggie Chopped Kale Salad

Not only is this kale salad beautiful, but it’s crunchy (cabbage, seeds), crisp (peppers,cucumbers), creamy (avocado), tangy (mustard vinaigrette), and sweet (cherry tomatoes, touch of maple syrup). Full of fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals, this is no bird food!

Loaded Veggie Chopped Kale Salad

Whether you devour this chopped salad as your main meal or enjoy it as a starter or side, your body will surely thank you. No more food comas when you eat good for you energizing fare. Plants are where it’s at!

One of the great things about kale, besides it’s nutritional content, is that it’s so hearty. You can make a big batch of this salad, pour the dressing over it and keep it in the fridge for several days without it wilting. And that means easy, healthy grub at your fingertips every day. No excuses!

Loaded Veggie Chopped Kale Salad

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Loaded Veggie Chopped Kale Salad w/ Tangy Mustard Vinaigrette
Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
 
Whether you are trying to detox, consume more vegetables or just eat an all around healthier diet, this filling Chopped Kale Salad is for you! Loaded with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber and even some protein and covered in a tangy mustard vinaigrette, this is no wimpy salad! Kale is hearty and this salad will keep in the fridge for several days without getting wilted, so make yourself a big batch and enjoy it all week!
Course: Entree, Salad
Cuisine: dairy free, gluten free, vegan
Servings: 4
Calories: 348 kcal
Author: Jenn Sebestyen
Ingredients
Chopped Kale Salad
Tangy Mustard Vinaigrette
Instructions
  1. Whisk all vinaigrette ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
  2. Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl
  3. Pour dressing over salad and toss well to combine.
  4. For best flavor and texture, let this salad sit for 20-30 minutes before serving.
  5. Toss again right before serving.
Recipe Notes

*The Tangy Mustard Vinaigrette can easily be doubled. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for several days.

*This Chopped Kale Salad with keep in the fridge for several days without wilting.

 

 

Nutrition Facts
Loaded Veggie Chopped Kale Salad w/ Tangy Mustard Vinaigrette
Amount Per Serving
Calories 348 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Sodium 134mg 6%
Potassium 1400mg 40%
Total Carbohydrates 59g 20%
Dietary Fiber 15g 60%
Sugars 28g
Protein 11g 22%
Vitamin A 80%
Vitamin C 168%
Calcium 16%
Iron 30%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Loaded Veggie Chopped Kale Salad - a delicious and satisfying detox salad. Did you resolved to eat more vegetables this year? Eat the rainbow with this hearty filling kale salad in a tangy mustard (oil-free) vinaigrette! No wimpy salads here! And because kale is so hearty, you can make a big batch and keep it in the fridge for several days without it getting wilted.

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Comments

  4. Gin says

    01/18/2016 at 12:08 pm

    Ha, you’re not kidding that’s not a wimpy salad! I feel healthier just reading about it and looking at your delicious pics! I’m excited to try your oil-free vinaigrette, yum!!

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    • Jenn S. says

      01/15/2016 at 3:25 pm

      YES! You could easily make it for a crowd! And it would look gorgeous on the table! Thanks, Theresa!

      Reply

  13. veggiesdontbite says

    01/14/2016 at 6:09 pm

    What a gorgeous salad! So many colors. And that dressing sounds delicious! I’m going to need my salad uptake, need to get the last of these baby pounds off!

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    • Jenn S. says

      01/15/2016 at 7:28 am

      Thank you, Sophia! We don’t early nearly enough salads during the winter either. In the summer, I can just head out to my garden and clip everything I need…super easy…but in the winter I actually have to think about it and buy the stuff.

      Reply

  16. Natalie says

    01/12/2016 at 10:42 am

    There is something about chopped salads that are so much more tasty than overly chunky ones with those pieces of lettuce that barely fit in your mouth haha! I love the way you laid it out before tossing–it’s like a veggie rainbow (a little heavy on the green though :D). And I agree, kale salads are the best for lasting all week long!

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    • Jenn S. says

      01/12/2016 at 10:54 am

      I totally agree! Nothing worse than have to cut everything on the plate and then have it spilling all over the sides. Chop first! 🙂 Thanks, Natalie!

      Reply

  19. Strength and Sunshine says

    01/12/2016 at 5:30 am

    Kale salads are for sure great to have in the fridge all week! Whenever I make a big one, those things just keep on giving! You can eat it every day and it looks like no one even touched it! Haha! The mysterious never-ending kale!!

    Reply

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