The salad I cannot stop eating 🫣🤌🏼

I know y’all have seen or heard of the viral Chick-fil-A combo with the kale crunch salad, grilled chicken and the sauces. Well. We don’t have $12-$14 to spend on that everyyydayyy. Peridot. 🙃

So I decided to get the ingredients and make it at home, and played around with the dressing and yallllll. Soooo good! 😊

My recipe-

-chopped kale

-chopped cabbage

-chopped apple

-chopped slivered almonds

-grilled chicken

Sauce-

(Don’t ask measurements because there was no measuring done. Just make it taste good 🤣)

-apple cider vinegar

-red wine vinegar

-maple syrup

-Dijon mustard

-sweet chili sauce

-mayo

Mix the salad all together, add your chicken, mix the sauce together and pour over the salad- 🥗🤯✨🤌🏼

Im addicted!!!

I am going to experiment with adding oranges and doing a citrus balsamic vinaigrette dressing! 🥰

#summersalad #lemon8challenge #saladrecipeideas #kale salad #summerrecipes

5/4 Edited to

... Read moreI've tried recreating this viral kale crunch salad myself, and what I love is how adaptable it is to whatever you have in your kitchen. Using organic chopped kale and cabbage adds a great crunch, while the apple slices bring a subtle sweetness that balances the tangy dressing perfectly. The homemade dressing is key—combining apple cider vinegar, red wine vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, sweet chili sauce, and a touch of mayo creates a creamy, sweet, and slightly spicy flavor that makes the salad addictive. Adding grilled chicken or even a boiled egg makes this salad a satisfying meal rather than just a side dish. One tip I discovered is to thoroughly wash and refrigerate the kale before preparing to keep it crisp and fresh. I also experimented with adding sliced oranges and a citrus balsamic vinaigrette, which lifted the salad with a bright, refreshing twist. This salad is great for meal prepping; it holds up well in the fridge for a couple of days without getting soggy if you keep the dressing separate until serving. Plus, it’s a wonderful way to include nutrient-rich greens like kale and cabbage in your diet without getting bored. I highly recommend giving this recipe a try if you're looking for a budget-friendly, healthy, and delicious salad option. Summer is the perfect time for this fresh, bold salad that’s super versatile and endlessly enjoyable.