This kale slaw with apples is the best kale salad! It has tons of crunch and the most amazing flavour. It's so easy to make with apples, slivered almonds, kale, and a sweet and tangy homemade dressing.
Apple recipes like my healthy apple crumble, turnip and apple casserole and gluten free apple pie bars are some of my all time favourite, which is why I am so excited for you to try this salad recipe!
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Why you will love this salad:
- The taste! The combination of sweet apples, crunchy almonds and tart kale all blend perfectly with the delicious and creamy mayonnaise based dressing.
- It is really quick and easy to make and is ready in less than 15 minutes.
- This salad is healthy and is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free and can easily be made vegan, and paleo too.
Ingredients:
For the exact measurements refer to the recipe card later in this post.
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- Vegetables - fresh kale and carrots. You can use any type of kale that you like.
- Slivered almonds — feel free to use other nuts like pecans or walnuts.
- Red apples — use your favourite type of sweet red apples. My favourites are Honeycrisp, Gala and Pink Lady.
- Mayonnaise — you can use any type of mayo that you like to make the dressing, but I like to use my homemade mayonnaise.
- Apple cider vinegar — you could use lemon juice instead.
- Dijon mustard — adds a bit of bold flavour to the coleslaw dressing.
- Maple syrup - to add a little natural sweetness to the dressing while keeping it refined sugar free.
- Seasonings and spices - salt, ground black pepper, and paprika.
Recipe variations and add ins:
- For vegan: use a vegan mayonnaise to make the dressing.
- To make this kale and apple slaw paleo: use a paleo compliant mayonnaise.
- For a sweeter dressing: add an extra 1-2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup.
- If you would rather make the dressing without mayonnaise you can use plain yogurt instead. Just note that this will make the dressing more tangy so you might want to add an extra 1-2 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.
- To give this salad even more flavour you can add some fresh cranberries or avocado.
How to make kale slaw with apples:
- Step 1: Rinse and dry the kale. Then rip or cut the kale into pieces and give it a massage. Then add it to a large salad bowl.
- Step 2: Add the shredded carrots, slivered almonds, and chopped apples to the bowl with the kale.
- Step 3: In a bowl or glass measuring cup mix together the dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Step 4: Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well until everything is evenly coated. Then serve and enjoy!
Top tips:
- To make kale less bitter: rinse the leaves with water for few minutes before chopping it. This breaks down the fibers and makes the flavour less intense. Also be sure to massage the kale as this helps make it less bitter.
- If you prefer that the apples and kale be shredded like a classic coleslaw, blend them in your food processor for a few seconds until they have the texture you prefer.
Kale slaw with apples FAQs:
Can I prepare this kale salad ahead of time?
Absolutely. To do so, assemble the salad and make the dressing, but store them separately until you are ready to serve. When you want to serve, add the dressing and toss the slaw until everything is evenly coated.
How do I store this kale apple slaw?
Store any leftover slaw in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
What should I serve this salad with?
This slaw makes the perfect side dish and pairs well with many different main dishes including duck burgers, honey lemon pepper chicken wings, salt and pepper chicken wings and my reader favourite gluten free burgers.
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Recipe
Kale Slaw with Apples
You are going to love this kale and apple salad. It has the most amazing flavour and perfect crunchy texture.
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Servings: 6
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 bunch kale
- 1 cup slivered almonds
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 red apples, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (more or less to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (more of less to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (more or less to taste)
Instructions
- Rip or cut the kale into pieces and add to a bowl along with the shredded carrots, cut apples and slivered almonds.
- In a small bowl or glass measuring cup mix together the dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well until everything is coated.
Notes
- To make this salad vegan use a vegan mayonnaise.
- Store this slaw in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Nutritional values are an estimate and will vary depending on the exact ingredients you use.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 412mg | Potassium: 386mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 5826IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 1mg
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