Creamy Kale Salad with Brussels Sprouts

I never thought I would see the day that I loved kale or Brussels sprouts in anything.  This Creamy Kale Salad with Brussels Sprouts is seriously amazing.  It is also a perfect side dish for summer cookouts!  I've created a lightened up version that is similar to the one served by Cracker Barrel, and I am sure you'll love it as much as I did!

Creamy Kale Salad with Brussels Sprouts

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Have you avoided kale and brussels sprouts like I have?  Well, wait no longer.  This slaw or salad recipe is just simply amazing!  It is crunchy, a bit sweet, and a lot tangy.  It packs a ton of nutrients and even more flavor.  I love how simple it is to make, and you can customize if you prefer a different nut or want to avoid the added calories of the dried cranberries.

Ingredients for Kale Salad with Brussels Sprouts

2 cups Kale, shredded

2 cups Brussels Sprouts, shredded

1 cup Red Cabbage, shredded

½ cup Fat-Free Mayonnaise

1 cup Fat-Free Balsamic Vinaigrette

½ cup Sunflower Seeds, lightly roasted

½ cup Dried Cranberries

Directions for Kale Salad with Brussels Sprouts

After shredding Kale, Brussels Sprouts, and Red Cabbage mix together in a large bowl until well blended.  I use my Tupperware Large Impressions Bowl for this since it doubles as a storage bowl.

In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise and vinaigrette.

Pour dressing over kale mixture and combine well.

Mix in sunflower seeds and dried cranberries until just combined.

Creamy Kale Salad with Brussels Sprouts

 

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Prep time

10 mins

Total time

10 mins

 

Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Kale, shredded
• 2 cups Brussels Sprouts, shredded
• 1 cup Red Cabbage, shredded
• ½ cup Fat-Free Mayonnaise
• 1 cup Fat-Free Balsamic Vinaigrette
• ½ cup Sunflower Seeds, lightly roasted
• ½ cup Dried Cranberries

Instructions

1. After shredding Kale, Brussels Sprouts, and Red Cabbage mix together in a large bowl until well blended.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise and vinaigrette.
3. Pour dressing over kale mixture and combine well.
4. Mix in sunflower seeds and dried cranberries until just combined.

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5 SmartPoints per serving

While this is a bit high in points for a simple side dish, it can easily be an entire meal.  It has tons of protein, vitamins, and delicious flavor.  A serving of this with a side of grilled shrimp, grilled chicken or a grilled pork chop would be a great meal that is satisfying.  I calculated this recipe using the Weight Watchers SmartPoints calculator within my account.  You can also use the Weight Watchers SmartPoints Calculator without having a Weight Watchers account.

Benefits of eating kale:

Let's just say, I have been skeptical about kale. I just didn't enjoy the flavor.  So, I have worked hard to find a way to make it appetizing, because I knew it was beneficial to my health.  This recipe definitely makes it easy to add to our menu plan a few times a month.

• An excellent source of iron
• Has tons of fiber
• Is high in Vitamin K and Vitamin A
• Has anti-inflammatory properties as well as being filled with antioxidants

These are just a few of the best things about eating this creamy kale salad.  Not to mention the great benefits of Brussels sprouts!  Make this on a regular basis, and feel no guilt about adding a cup to your lunch or dinner!

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