Super raw power salad

This salad is basically a who's-who of nutritional powerhouses: kale, cabbage, sunflower seeds, cherries, and more. Plus, this recipe makes enough for multiple lunches throughout the week.

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Key fat-burning ingredient:

Kale: Loaded with 10 grams of fiber per serving, this uber-hip leafy green will keep you feeling full longer. Plus, it’s high in vitamin K, which helps regulate blood sugar levels.

Recipe and photo courtesy of E.A. Stewart, RD @ The Spicy RD 

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Ingredients 

For the Dressing:

¾ cup extra virgin olive oil

¼ cup white balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar

1 Tbsp maple syrup

⅛ tsp garlic powder

⅛ tsp salt

For the Salad:

4 cups finely chopped kale (~1 bunch)

1½ cups finely chopped purple cabbage

¾ cup dried berries and/or tart cherries

½ cup shelled frozen edamame, thawed

½ cup shelled raw sunflower seeds

½ cup mung bean or other sprouts

2 finely chopped Granny Smith apples

salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste

How to make it 

Make the dressing by combining oil, vinegar, garlic power, and salt in a lidded jar, and shake well to combine. Set aside until ready to use.

To make the salad, combine all the remaining ingredients, and pour ½ cup dressing (you may add more or less to suit your taste) over ingredients. Toss well, then season with salt and pepper, and serve.

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Cook Time: 

5

Prep Time: 

10

Article source here:Men’s Fitness