Copycat Chick-fil-A Kale Crunch Salad
A copycat-style version of the Kale Crunch Side — chopped kale and cabbage with crunchy almonds and a light vinaigrette. This is not the official restaurant recipe.
Disclaimer: Copycat-style recipe inspired by the flavor. Not the official recipe and not affiliated with Chick-fil-A, Inc. Last updated: June 2026.
Ingredients
- 4 cups curly kale, chopped small
- 1 cup green cabbage, shredded
- 1/3 cup roasted salted almonds, chopped
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Whisk the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon, and maple syrup into a vinaigrette.
- Place the chopped kale and cabbage in a bowl and pour the dressing over.
- Massage the kale with your hands for 1–2 minutes to soften it.
- Let it sit 10 minutes, then top with chopped almonds before serving.
Tips
- Massaging the kale is the key step — it removes bitterness and softens the leaves.
- Add the almonds at the end so they stay crunchy.
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FAQs
What is in the Chick-fil-A Kale Crunch Side? +
It features curly kale and green cabbage tossed in an Apple Cider and Dijon Mustard vinaigrette, topped with roasted almonds.
Is this the official recipe? +
No. This is a copycat-style recipe inspired by the flavor and not affiliated with Chick-fil-A.