This Ultimate Satisfying Salad is the perfect winter salad you need for nutrition and comfort! Packed with all the vitamins and minerals, it’s a delicious way to eat a balanced meal.
Who doesn’t love a delicious salad that’s actually filled with flavor? They’re so easy to toss together on the fly or prepare in advance for ease throughout the week.
We’re all about prioritizing the combination of enjoyment and nourishment here at Nutrition Stripped. And this recipe is a beautiful example of just that!
Using the Foundational Five to Create This Ultimate Satisfying Salad
In case you’re new to the NS Community and the Mindful Nutrition Method, the Foundational Five system is part of how we teach you to build balanced meals. It makes it easy for you to give your body the nourishment you need while having the flexibility to enjoy the foods you love without stressing about food.
The Foundational Five is made up of five elements of nutrition including Protein, Fat, Non-starchy Carbohydrates, Starchy & Sugary Carbohydrates, and the Flavor Factor (which brings vibrancy, deliciousness, and enjoyment to your meals).
This recipe contains all five elements, making it a balanced meal for you to enjoy!
You can download our free guide that walks you through our Foundational Five system for creating balanced meals that you can use to meal prep or cook fresh this week!
Kale Nutrition Benefits
Excellent Source of Vitamin K
Vitamin K is a vital nutrient that helps support your body with blood clotting as well as the building of bones. One serving of kale has over 684% of the recommended daily value of this vitamin!
Packed with Vitamin C
We all know vitamin C is great for our immune system, but it’s also an important part of tissue formation in the body. Kale gives you a whopping 139% of the recommended daily value.
Supports a Healthy Heart
Antioxidants are also included in kale’s amazing nutrient profile. This makes it a great heart-healthy, free-radical-fighting ingredient as well.
Ingredients Needed To Make This Ultimate Satisfying Salad
- Radicchio
- Kale
- Granny smith apple
- Walnuts
- White beans
- Our Honey Mustard Dressing
How To Make This Ultimate Satisfying Salad
First, toast your walnuts until golden brown. Next, lightly spread your dressing and assemble your kale and radicchio to your liking. Lastly, top with your apples and walnuts and enjoy!
Tips For Making This Ultimate Satisfying Salad
There are a couple of tips you should keep in mind that will help you store, add versatility, and enjoy this delicious nourish bowl.
Spread Your Dressing On The Plate
We traditionally think of dressings as toppers, right? Well this time, try something a bit different. When you’re arranging your ingredients intentionally on top, you can spread your dressing on the bottom of the plate to ensure every bite has a boost of your flavor factor!
Prep Your Ingredients In Advance
Looking to speed up the prep time a bit? You can roast your walnuts and make your dressing at the beginning of the week when you meal prep. This will allow you to simply toss all of your ingredients together throughout the week and save you some time!
FAQ About How To Make This Ultimate Satisfying Salad
What if I don’t like Dijon mustard?
Don’t sweat it! Dijon mustard isn’t for everyone, and that’s perfectly fine. Simply opt for your favorite Flavor Factor dressing instead, such as our Green Goddess Dressing!
Will almonds work well here?
Absolutely! You can make this recipe time and time again with different roasted nuts to keep it fresh and new. Or on the other hand, if you know you really love almonds instead of walnuts, feel free to roast and stick with those instead!
