Nutritious by Gabby

I ate a vegetable crunch salad last week when I was out to eat, and liked it so much that I just had to make my own version at home! This salad is packed with healthy items and gets it crunch from raw veggies, sunflower seeds, and sliced almonds. This is a great light recipe for the spring or summer months and makes a large amount of salad – making it perfect to bring to your next get together or party. All of this, and it’s vegan, gluten free, and super easy to make!

Meal Prep Friendly

Due to the fact that this is such a large salad, it’s perfect for meal prep. Plus, it’s a quick recipe to make so you don’t have to spend hours on meal prepping. We had this salad for lunches one week after I prepped it and we served it on a bed a quinoa and with a topping of chickpeas and avocado slices. It was the perfect healthy, tasty, and fresh lunch. After you’ve made this, store it in an airtight container in the fridge to ensure premium freshness.

What Equipment Do I Need?

• Large Mixing Bowl or Salad Bowl
• Small Mixing Bowl
• Wooden Spatula
• Whisk
• Measuring Cups/Spoons
• Cutting Board & Knife

Ingredients

• Broccoli
• Cauliflower
• Shredded Carrots
• Raisins
• Shelled Sunflower Seeds
• Sliced Almonds
• Maple Syrup
• Dijon Mustard

Substitutions

• Raisins – You could swap this out for no sugar added craisins or even fresh blueberries.
• Sliced Almonds – Other nuts, such as cashews or walnuts would work as well.
• Veggies – You’re welcome to swap out any of the veggies in this recipe although I think the broccoli and cauliflower will give you the best crunch. I’ve seen others add celery which you can certainly do – I just don’t like the taste of celery!
• Maple Dijon Dressing – If you’d like to choose a different dressing, feel free.

Recipe