Chopped Winter Salad
Chopped Winter Salad brings a burst of freshness to chilly days with its vibrant mix of textures and flavors. This delightful dish features crispy kale, crunchy Brussels sprouts, zesty radishes, and sweet apples, all tossed together in a tangy dressing. Perfect as a quick weeknight meal or an eye-catching side for gatherings, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also customizable based on seasonal ingredients. Brighten up your winter meals with this nutritious and delicious salad that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chopped kale
- 1 cup Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced
- 1 cup radishes, sliced
- 1 large Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apple, cubed
- ½ cup unsweetened dried cranberries
- ½ cup walnuts, toasted
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Greens: Wash and dry kale thoroughly. Remove tough stems and chop into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice Brussels sprouts.
- Chop the Veggies: Slice radishes into rounds or wedges. Core and cube the apple, leaving the skin on for added nutrients.
- Mix It Up: In a large bowl, combine kale, Brussels sprouts, radishes, apple, cranberries, and walnuts. Toss gently.
- Whisk the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk olive oil and balsamic vinegar together. Season with salt and pepper; add honey if desired.
- Dress Your Salad: Drizzle dressing over salad mixture just before serving to keep greens crisp. Toss again to coat evenly.
- Serve With Style: Transfer to plates or serve family-style in a bowl, garnished with extra walnuts or cranberries if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg