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    Home » Salad » Superfood Salad

    Published: Mar 13, 2017 · Modified: Sep 9, 2019 by Lisa Johnson

    Superfood Salad

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    A Delicious Superfood Salad topped with Sweet Onion and Citrus Dressing | cookingwithcurls.com

    "Eat more vegetables" seems to be the one consistent theme that all doctors seem to agree on. Some want an exclusive vegan diet, while others want high protein and vegetables with no carbohydrates. Do not even get me started on the ridiculous Food Pyramid, or is a quadrangle now? Luckily this Superfood Salad will keep everyone happy, including your belly.....

    A Delicious Superfood Salad topped with Sweet Onion and Citrus Dressing | cookingwithcurls.com

    I mentioned the other day that I had grabbed a couple of Dole Salad Kits at the grocery store, then I took my favorite parts of each of them and combined them into one big 'ol Superfood Salad!

    If there are ingredients that you do not like, simply substitute ingredients that you do like...as long as your substitution is a vegetable. 😉

    To make this delicious Superfood Salad you will need:

    Kale, that I chose to chop into little pieces {Vitamin A, C, K, magnesium, fiber, iron, and potassium}

    Red cabbage, thinly sliced or chopped {Vitamin C, B-5, B-6, B-1, K, potassium, manganese, iron, and magnesium}

    Romaine lettuce, thinly sliced {Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Omega 3 fatty acids, potassium, and magnesium}

    2 large carrots, shredded {Beta-carotene (Vitamin A), Vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, and antioxidants}

    Thinly sliced Brussels sprouts - I used a mandolin to get them paper thin {Vitamins A, C, K, and high in Fiber}

    1 bunch of green onions, sliced

    Dried cherries or cranberries, just make sure you find some that do not contain added sugar if you are making your salad Paleo {Cherries are very high in potassium and antioxidants, and are low on the glycemic index}

    Roasted sunflower seeds or pepitas {pumpkin seeds} for crunch.

    How to make a Superfood Salad:

    Toss kale, romaine, cabbage, carrots, Brussels sprouts, and cherries in a large bowl.....

    This Superfood Salad is loaded with flavor and healthy ingredients cookingwithcurls.com

    Serve drizzled with Sweet Onion & Citrus Dressing and sprinkled with sunflower seeds or pepitas.....

    This Sweet Onion and Citrus Dressing is perfect paired with a Superfood Salad | cookingwithcurls.com

    Now that is one healthy salad, and a delicious way to get more vegetables into your/my diet. I have no idea why, but it is much easier to load up on vegetables when they are mixed into soups {like Roasted Red Pepper, Roasted Cauliflower and Garlic, and Roasted Carrot} and salads, like this super delicious Asian Sesame Chicken Salad....

    Asian Sesame Chicken Salad | cookingwithcurls.com

    Notes:

    • If you want to load your Superfood Salad up with even more vegetables; add broccoli florets, green cabbage, toasted walnuts, almonds, blueberries, and avocado chunks. The possibilities are endless. 🙂
    • If your kids want a different type of salad dressing, you should try Homemade Ranch {always a favorite}, Creamy Cilantro Lime, or Italian.

    I chose not to add a protein to this salad so it would remain vegan, but shredded chicken {especially Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken} or Broiled Salmon would be a delicious addition for a main course salad.

    I feel healthier already, how about you? 🙂

    Enjoy!!

    A Delicious Superfood Salad topped with Sweet Onion and Citrus Dressing | cookingwithcurls.com

    Superfood Salad

    This Superfood Salad is loaded with flavor and healthy ingredients, then topped with a delicious Sweet Onion and Citrus Dressing!
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    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: whole 30, paleo, vegan, salad, recipe
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 4 Servings
    Calories: 233kcal
    Author: Lisa Johnson

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups kale (washed and chopped)
    • 2 cups romaine lettuce (washed and thinly sliced)
    • 2 cups red cabbage (washed and thinly sliced)
    • 1 cup brussels sprouts (thinly sliced)
    • 2 large carrots (peeled and grated)
    • 5 green onions (thinly sliced)
    • ½ cup dried cherries or cranberries
    • ¼ cup roasted sunflower seeds or pepitas
    • 4 Tablespoons Sweet Onion & Citrus Dressing (or your favorite dressing)
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    Instructions

    • Toss kale, romaine, cabbage, carrots, Brussels sprouts, and cherries in a large bowl.
    • Serve drizzled with Sweet Onion & Citrus Dressing and sprinkled with sunflower seeds or pepitas.

    Notes

    • If you want to load your Superfood Salad up with even more vegetables; add broccoli florets, green cabbage, toasted walnuts, almonds, blueberries, and avocado chunks. The possibilities are endless. ?
    • If your kids want a different type of salad dressing, you should try Homemade Ranch {always a favorite}, Creamy Cilantro Lime, or Italian.
    • Sweet Onion & Citrus Dressing

    Nutrition

    Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 123mg | Potassium: 613mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 12760IU | Vitamin C: 90.2mg | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 2.3mg
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    1. Theresa says

      March 22, 2017 at 12:28 pm

      We love salads. Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party. Pinned & shared.

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