Whole30 Spinach and Kale Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Whole30 Spinach and Kale Salad, a true celebration of fresh produce and wholesome ingredients. This delicious, no-cook recipe combines tender spinach and earthy kale with crunchy shredded carrot, crisp cucumber, and juicy cherry tomatoes. Creamy avocado and a sprinkle of chopped raw almonds add richness and depth, while thinly sliced red onion provides a tangy kick. The zesty homemade vinaigrette, made with olive oil, lemon juice, and Whole30-compliant Dijon mustard, ties it all together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is perfect for a quick, healthy lunch or a light side dish. Whether you're following the Whole30 program or simply craving something fresh and invigorating, this salad is sure to become a mealtime favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Fresh spinach
• 3 cups Fresh kale (stems removed and leaves chopped)
• 1 medium Carrot (shredded)
• 1 medium Cucumber (sliced into thin rounds)
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 0.5 small Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 large Avocado (diced)
• 0.25 cup Raw almonds (chopped)
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (Whole30-compliant, no added sugar)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the greens. Wash and dry the spinach and kale thoroughly. Remove the stems from the kale and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach and kale along with the shredded carrot, sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and diced avocado.

Step 3

To make the vinaigrette, whisk together the olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.

Step 4

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle the chopped raw almonds on top for added crunch and texture.

Step 6

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, Whole30-compliant spinach and kale salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1229.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1250.9

Total Fat 102.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1585.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.1g	0%
Total Sugars 19.4g
Protein 28.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 690.4mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 3573.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.6%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 24.0%