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Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad

Savour the vibrant flavours and numerous health benefits of Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad Bowl, a lush blend of kale, Brussels sprouts, and fresh fruits. This diabetes-friendly salad is dressed with a tangy apple cider vinegar vinaigrette, known to aid in reducing blood sugar spikes, making it a perfect choice for a nutritious lunch or dinner.
Servings: 12
Calories: 136kcal
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch kale centre ribs removed and shredded
  • 12 oz Brussels sprouts shredded, about 4 cups
  • 2 green onion sliced in thin rounds
  • 1 avocado sliced in thin slices
  • 1 apple red, sliced in matchsticks

Dressing

  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp shallot minced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp maple syrup
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • pepper ground, seasoned to taste
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp water

Instructions

  • Mix all the dressing ingredients together in a jar, shake and set aside. It will last one week in the fridge.
    ¼ cup apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp shallot, 1 clove garlic, 1 tsp maple syrup, ¼ tsp salt, pepper, ½ cup olive oil, 2 tbsp water
  • Mix all the shredded kale, shredded Brussels sprouts, and green onion. You can do this ahead and use all week (store in a zip top bag).
    1 bunch kale, 12 oz Brussels sprouts, 2 green onion
  • When ready to eat, add the avocado and apple.
    1 avocado, 1 apple
  • Toss with one tablespoon of dressing per serving, add your protein if using and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

  • Shredding vegetables: Use a food processor with a shredding attachment to quickly and evenly shred kale and Brussels sprouts.
  • Dressing preparation: Make the dressing in advance to allow the flavors to meld together, enhancing the overall taste of the salad.
  • Avocado and apple addition: Add these just before serving to maintain their freshness and texture.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad
Amount per Serving
Calories
136
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
11.8
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
 
1.6
g
10
%
Sodium
 
91.2
mg
4
%
Potassium
 
263.5
mg
8
%
Carbohydrates
 
7.5
g
3
%
Fiber
 
3.2
g
13
%
Sugar
 
2.9
g
3
%
Protein
 
1.8
g
4
%
Vitamin C
 
37.1
mg
45
%
Calcium
 
47.3
mg
5
%
Iron
 
0.8
mg
4
%
Magnesium
 
17.9
mg
4
%
Zinc
 
0.3
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.