Learn how to make your own version of the Whole Foods Detox Salad! Quick, easy, full of fresh ingredients, and a delicious way to enjoy a vibrant, veggie-packed meal.
Have you ever had one of those weeks where you feel like your meals aren’t hitting the mark? Where all you want is something fresh and light, like fruits and vegetables? I’m totally there with you. Lately, I’ve noticed my diet slipping a little—not going overboard with junk food, but not always making the choices I feel best about either.
Mostly it's because I've been snacking more than normal. Especially on energy balls! One of the downsides of working from home is that your kitchen is just steps away. And when you have delicious sweet treats, like my Turtle Cookie Energy Balls, peeking at you from the freezer, it's hard to resist.
So each day around lunch, I’m finding that I want something light, fresh, and packed with greens—like, really green! Sometimes that means a smoothie, but smoothies can be a bit high in sugar. What’s been my go-to instead? My copycat version of the Whole Foods Green Salad!
This is a recipe I first shared back in 2012, but it deserved a little update. Inspired by the Whole Foods salad bar, it’s perfect for when you want a fresh, vibrant lunch or meal.
It’s loaded with colorful vegetables, crunch from nuts and seeds, a touch of sweetness from dried fruit, and a tangy, flavorful dressing.
This salad is full of texture and flavor—making it a delicious way to enjoy a fresh, satisfying meal.
It's also one of those salads that will keep for a few days in the fridge, so you can certainly use it for meal prep!
Now before I let you go, there are just a few things I want to tell you about this salad:
- It can easily be bulked up by adding your favorite protein
- You can swap the nuts, seeds and fruit for whatever you have on hand (or leave them out)
- The dressing is also delicious with rice vinegar, lime and/or honey
Lastly, if you have a sensitive digestive system, this salad might cause some gas or bloating. Since it’s made with raw vegetables—some of which can be harder to digest—you might notice it doesn’t fully agree with you.
If that’s the case, try gently steaming the broccoli and cauliflower first, letting them cool completely, and then pulsing them lightly in a food processor. This can make them easier on your system.
Otherwise, dig in—this salad is absolutely delicious!
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Copycat Whole Foods Detox Salad
Ingredients
- 2 broccoli crowns
- 1 head cauliflower
- 1 medium carrot
- 2 cups finely chopped kale
- 1/2 cup parsley finely chopped
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds or pepitas
- 1/2 cup sliced cashews or almonds
- 1/2 cup dried golden berries or other fruit of choice
- 1/2 cup dried wild blueberries
- Juice of one lemon
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or other mild flavored vinegar
- 1 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and rinse all your vegetables, then cut the broccoli and cauliflower into florets. In a food processor fitted with a steel blade, process the broccoli and cauliflower until fine and add them to a large mixing bowl. You may need to do this in batches - I needed three.
- Process the carrot the same way and add to the bowl. Stir all ingredients to combine.
- Add the rest of the salad ingredients to the bowl and mix with a wooden spoon until fully combined. Add lemon juice, vinegar and syrup and toss to coat.
- Enjoy - it's time to feel rejuvenated.
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