Best 6 Kale Carrot And Sunflower Seed Salad Recipes

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Kale, carrot, and sunflower seed salad is a delightful and nutritious dish that combines the flavors of peppery kale, sweet carrots, and crunchy sunflower seeds. This salad is a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a great choice for a light lunch or a healthy side dish. The key to making a delicious kale, carrot, and sunflower seed salad is to use fresh, high-quality ingredients and to dress it with a flavorful vinaigrette.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SUPER SUMMER KALE SALAD



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Recreated from a deli salad sold at a national grocery. Makes a HUGE bowl, enough to serve a crowd; travels well to a potluck.

Provided by Susan

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Kale Salad Recipes

Time 4h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

¾ cup white sugar
½ cup vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
½ (16 ounce) package frozen shelled edamame (soybeans), thawed
¼ red onion, sliced thin
1 cup shredded carrot
⅔ cup fresh blueberries
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Ocean Spray® Craisins®)
½ cup cashew pieces
½ cup shelled, roasted sunflower seeds

Steps:

  • Whisk sugar, vinegar, salt, pepper, and olive oil together in a bowl until sugar is dissolved; set aside.
  • Toss kale, edamame, red onion, carrot, blueberries, dried cranberries, cashew pieces, and sunflower seeds together in a bowl. Pour about half the dressing over the mixture and toss to coat. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 4 to 6 hours. Serve remaining dressing on side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Carbohydrate 41.7 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 239.1 mg, Sugar 26.3 g

KALE, CARROT, AND SUNFLOWER SEED SALAD



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This super simple salad is packed with goodies to give you energy and stay full!

Provided by Balanced Babe

Categories     Kale Salad

Time 15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon nutritional yeast
1 pinch dried oregano
1 pinch dried basil
2 carrots, shaved into strips using a vegetable peeler
1 ½ cups chopped kale
⅓ cup cooked quinoa
⅓ cup sunflower seeds

Steps:

  • Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, nutritional yeast, oregano, and basil together in a large bowl. Add carrots, kale, quinoa, and sunflower seeds; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 594.4 calories, Carbohydrate 48 g, Fat 40.6 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 152.7 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

JULIENNED-CARROT AND KALE SALAD



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A touch of honey mellows out the lemon-Dijon vinaigrette in this simple side, while a sprinkling of hempseeds gives the salad an extra healthy boost.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound carrots, peeled and thinly julienned
2 cups thinly sliced lacinato kale (2 ounces)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons hempseeds

Steps:

  • Combine carrots and kale in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey, and Dijon. Slowly add oil in a steady stream, whisking until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle vegetables with dressing; adjust seasoning as desired. Transfer to a platter, sprinkle with hempseeds, and serve.

CARROT AND SUNFLOWER SEED SALAD



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Provided by Jacques Pepin

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 12m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 medium-size carrots (12 ounces), trimmed, peeled and shredded
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
4 cloves garlic, peeled, crushed and chopped (2 teaspoons)
2 scallions, finely minced ( 1/4 cup)
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
5 tablespoons corn oil
6 leaves lettuce

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the carrots with the sunflower seeds, garlic, scallions, pepper, salt, vinegar and oil. Serve on lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 150, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 203 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

KALE SLAW WITH RED CABBAGE AND CARROTS



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The variety of seeds and the kale make this a distinctive twist on coleslaw.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon apple-cider vinegar
Coarse salt and pepper
3 cups mixed shredded kale and red cabbage
1 carrot, peeled and julienned
1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
2 tablespoons diced red onion
2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons hemp seeds

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, mustard, and apple-cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In another bowl, combine kale, cabbage, carrot, parsley, and red onion with sunflower, pumpkin, and hemp seeds.
  • Season with salt and pepper, drizzle with dressing, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g

SESAME, SUNFLOWER AND CARROT SALAD



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This is such a beautiful salad to serve because of the ingredients' harmonizing colors. and it's super healthy to eat. This versatile side salad goes with just about every main dish! —Jessica Gerschitz, Jericho, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 medium carrots
1/2 cup sesame seeds, toasted
1/2 cup sunflower kernels, toasted
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/2 cup golden raisins
DRESSING:
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons honey mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Shred carrots with a hand grater or in a food processor fitted with grating attachment. Place carrots in a large bowl with next 4 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients until blended. Pour dressing over the carrot mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 21g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips for Making the Best Kale, Carrot, and Sunflower Seed Salad:

  • Choose fresh, tender kale. Kale that is too old or tough will be bitter and unpleasant to eat.
  • Massage the kale with olive oil and lemon juice. This will help to soften the kale and make it more palatable.
  • Use a variety of toppings. The toppings in this salad add flavor, texture, and crunch. Feel free to experiment with different combinations of toppings, such as nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and cheese.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time. The dressing for this salad can be made several hours or even a day in advance. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Store the salad properly. Leftover salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Kale, carrot, and sunflower seed salad is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, and fiber. The salad is also a good source of antioxidants, which can help to protect your cells from damage. If you are looking for a healthy and satisfying salad, this kale, carrot, and sunflower seed salad is a great option.

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