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!
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!
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!
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!
Give this Loaded Veggie Chopped Kale Salad a try and come back to leave me a comment letting me know how great you felt afterwards! Find me on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram too!
- 4-5 cups chopped kale
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 cup chopped red cabbage
- 1/2 of a large English cucumber (chopped)
- 1 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp raw shelled pumpkin seeds
- 2 tbsp raw shelled sunflower seeds
- 1 avocado (chopped)
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1 tbsp minced shallot
- salt/pepper to taste
- Whisk all vinaigrette ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
- Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl
- Pour dressing over salad and toss well to combine.
- For best flavor and texture, let this salad sit for 20-30 minutes before serving.
- Toss again right before serving.
*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.
More Hearty, Healthy Salads to Love:
Roasted Cauliflower Salad w/ Lentils and Grapes
Black Eyed Peas Salad w/ Baby Power Greens
Danielle Omar -- Food Confidence RD says
Everything I love on one gorgeous plate! Love this!
Jenn S. says
Thank you, Danielle!
The Vegan 8 says
This is just beautiful! Absolutely love all the colors and freshness! That dressing sounds drinkable too, haha!
Jenn S. says
Thank you, Brandi! And, yes, totally drinkable!! 🙂
GiGi Eats Celebrities says
Avocado + Kale + Bell Peppers = Meet MY MOUTH 😉
Jenn S. says
HaHa! I agree!! Thanks,GiGi!
Gin says
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!!
Jenn S. says
Thank you, Gin! Please let me know if you try it!
Sina @ Vegan Heaven says
This is like a eating a rainbow! 🙂 I still got kale in the fridge, so I think I’ll make this for dinner tonight. Yummy!
Jenn S. says
Great, Sina! I hope you enjoy it as much as we did! Thanks!
Kathy Hester says
Now that’s a salad that can easily be the center of a meal. Yum!
Jenn S. says
For sure, Kathy! I’ve been eating it for lunch a LOT! 🙂
Gwen @simplyhealthyfamily says
I love everything in this salad, especially the dressing!
Jenn S. says
Thanks, Gwen! The dressing is so good!
Christine | Vermilion Roots says
So colorful and fresh. That’s what I love most about salads. They brighten up any meal!
Jenn S. says
Yep! A feast for the eyes too! Thanks, Christine!
foodhuntersguide says
This salad looks amazing. Would be perfect for a party
Jenn S. says
YES! You could easily make it for a crowd! And it would look gorgeous on the table! Thanks, Theresa!
Vanessa @ VeganFamilyRecipes.com says
mmm yum! This looks like my kind of salad! Love the sound of that mustard vinaigrette! Sharing 🙂
Jenn S. says
Thanks, Vanessa! It’s so good! I love the tang of mustard!
Hedi Hearts says
This has me dribbling Jenn! Literally, looks amazing, loving the colours ! xx
Jenn S. says
HaHa! Thanks, Hedi!
pragatibidkar says
Like a rainbow ?. You got all textures and tastes covered…and nutrition…and taste!!
Jenn S. says
Thanks, Pragati!
veggiesdontbite says
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!
Jenn S. says
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.
nicoleanndawson says
I just love eating colors, and your salad makes quite a rainbow :).
Jenn S. says
Like they say – we eat with our eyes first! Thanks, Nicole!
Trinity2013 says
That sounds totally like my sort of meal. Perfect in every way 🙂 Yay!
I always love your sharings.
Jenn S. says
Aw, thank you so much, Trinity!
Natalie says
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!
Jenn S. says
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!
Ilona's Passion says
So nice to combine kale with mustard. Yum! I just kale yesterday so I’ll make my salad soon:)
Jenn S. says
It’s a great combo! Thaks, Ilona!
Linda @ Veganosity says
Beautiful, healthy, and delicious, that’s my kind of salad! This is definitely not bird food. 🙂
Jenn S. says
Not at all! Thanks, Linda!
Strength and Sunshine says
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!!
Jenn S. says
LOL, that is so true, Rebecca! 🙂 Prep once, eat for days! What could be better?!