Low Sodium Cruciferous Crunch Salad
Brighten up your plate with this Low Sodium Cruciferous Crunch Salad, a vibrant medley of nutrient-dense vegetables and a zesty homemade dressing that’s as heart-healthy as it is flavorful. Packed with powerhouse cruciferous vegetables like kale, red cabbage, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts, this salad offers a satisfying crunch and a boost of vitamins and antioxidants without the added sodium. The tangy dressing, made with apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of maple syrup, perfectly complements the earthy flavors of the veggies. Topped with toasted sunflower seeds and chopped unsalted almonds, it adds the perfect nutty finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is ideal as a healthy side dish or a light, wholesome lunch. Perfect for health-conscious eaters seeking a low-sodium, high-flavor solution!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Kale
- 1 cup Red cabbage
- 1 cup Broccoli florets
- 1 cup Brussels sprouts
- 1 large Carrot
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Sunflower seeds
- 2 tablespoons Chopped unsalted almonds
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the kale. Remove the tough stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Thinly slice the red cabbage and add it to the bowl with the kale.
Step 3
Cut the broccoli florets into smaller pieces if necessary, and add them to the salad.
Step 4
Remove the outer leaves from the Brussels sprouts and thinly slice them before adding to the bowl.
Step 5
Peel and grate the carrot into the salad bowl.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, black pepper, and lemon juice to make the dressing.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Step 8
Sprinkle sunflower seeds and chopped unsalted almonds on top of the salad.
Step 9
Serve immediately or let the salad sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (505.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 606.7 |
| Total Fat 45.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 252.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.9g | |
| Protein 15.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 310.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 856.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories