Description
A refreshing and nutrient-packed Kale & Brussels Sprout Salad tossed with a tangy and creamy Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing, garnished with dried fruit and crunchy seeds for a delightful texture and flavor balance.
Ingredients
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Salad
- 3 cups shaved Brussels sprouts
- 3 cups finely chopped kale
- 1 cup dried cherries (or substitute dried cranberries, apricots, or figs)
- 2 tbsp pepita seeds
- 2 tbsp roasted sunflower seeds
Dressing
- ⅓ cup lemon juice
- ¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Good pinch of salt
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1½ tbsp honey
- 2 tsp poppy seeds
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (or substitute mayonnaise)
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, salt, Dijon mustard, honey, poppy seeds, mayonnaise, and Greek yogurt until smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
- Assemble the salad: Place the shaved Brussels sprouts, finely chopped kale, dried cherries, pepita seeds, and roasted sunflower seeds into a large mixing bowl.
- Dress and rest: Pour about one-third of the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the dressing to soften the kale and Brussels sprouts, enhancing the texture and flavor.
- Serve: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt or dressing. Serve fresh as a healthy side or light meal.
Notes
- You can substitute dried cherries with dried cranberries, apricots, or figs based on your preference.
- For a dairy-free version, replace Greek yogurt and mayonnaise with a plant-based mayo.
- Allowing the salad to rest with dressing softens the tough kale and Brussels sprouts for better texture.
- Adjust the amount of honey for desired sweetness.
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Kale salad, Brussels sprouts salad, lemon poppy seed dressing, healthy salad, vegetarian salad, dried fruit salad
