Chick-fil-A Kale Salad Copycat with Apples
This Chick-fil-A Kale Salad copycat is fresh, crunchy, and better than the original! Made with apples and a light dressing, it’s a must-try.
Servings: 6
Calories: 172kcal
Ingredients
- 8 cups curly kale sliced thin (1/4")
- 2 cups green cabbage shredded thin (1/8")
- 1 apple washed and cut in small matchsticks
- 1/3 cup almonds, roasted roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- Massage the kale with a pinch of salt and a teaspoon of olive oil until it softens.
- Add the shredded cabbage and toss them together.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the kale and cabbage, tossing well to coat everything evenly.
- Add the apple sticks and most of the almonds, reserving a few for topping. Toss again.
- Let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes before serving—it gets even better as the flavors meld!
Notes
Massage the Kale for the Best Texture – Massaging the kale with a little olive oil and salt helps break down its tough fibers, making it softer and more enjoyable to eat. Don’t skip this step!
Let It Sit Before Serving – This salad gets better after sitting for at least 30 minutes. The flavors meld, and the kale absorbs the dressing, making it even more delicious.
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. The kale holds up well, but the apples may soften.
Nutrition
Calories: 172kcal | Total Carbohydrate: 12g | Protein: 3g | Total Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Sodium: 145mg | Potassium: 243mg | Dietary Fiber: 4g | Total Sugars: 7g | Vitamin A: 2839IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 1mg | Includes Added Sugar: 3g