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Olivia Wilde Viral Dressing Recipe (Winter Chopped Salad)

This winter chopped salad with Olivia Wilde's viral dressing recipe is the perfect hearty salad you need this winter.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 -6
Calories: 475 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 slices sourdough bread
  • pinch salt, pepper and garlic powder
  • 1 cup cooked farro (1/2 cup dry farro)
  • 2 small bunches black / lacinato kale, spines removed & chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup Sante Nuts Candied Pecans
  • 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
  • 2 cups thinly sliced Brussels sprouts
  • 1 apple, thinly sliced (we used a honeycrisp apple)
Olivia Wilde Salad Dressing
  • 2 tbsp grainy or dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 6 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp liquid honey
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground pepper
  • 1 garlic clove, grated
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes

Instructions

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  1. To prepare the croutons, preheat the oven to 375F. Cut 2 slices of sourdough bread into cubes, drizzle with olive oil and season with a big pinch of salt, pepper and garlic powder. Bake until golden, about 10-15 minutes.
  2. To prepare the farro, cook as per your package instructions, cooking it to your preferred doneness. Set aside, cool slightly.
  3. To make the dressing, combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and whisk. Set aside.
  4. To prepare the kale, add a tablespoon of olive oil and massage with your hands for about a minute. (The point of massaging the kale is to break down some of the tough fibres, making for a more tender salad).
  5. Add your farro to a large serving plate or salad bowl. Add the chopped kale, brussels sprouts and croutons. Arrange the goat cheese, candied pecans and thinly sliced apples on top in a beautiful arrangement.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over, toss and serve.

Notes

  • Enjoy this recipe as a main topped with your favourite protein (serves 4) OR serve as a side dish for up to 6 people.
  • If you don't have time to make croutons, use your favourite store-bought brand. Or, substitute with another 1/2 cup of Sante Nuts Candied Pecans.
  • Don't want to use honey? Substitute with maple syrup in the dressing.

Nutrition Information

Calories 475kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 55.6g (19%) Protein 12.8g (26%) Fat 23.8g (37%) Saturated Fat 4.2g (21%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 14.3g Cholesterol 4.4mg (1%) Sodium 1252.8mg (52%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 9.2g (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4-6

Amount Per Serving

Calories 475

% Daily Value*

Calories 475kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 55.6g 19%
Protein 12.8g 26%
Fat 23.8g 37%
Saturated Fat 4.2g 21%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 14.3g 72%
Cholesterol 4.4mg 1%
Sodium 1252.8mg 52%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 9.2g 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.