You’ll love how easily you can make this Copycat Chick fil A Superfood Salad at home! Only a few ingredients, a couple of minutes and you can have a huge bowl all to yourself.
Copycat Chick Fil A Superfood Salad Recipe
I am not really into fast-food restaurants but one we visit often is Chick fil A. My husband likes their food, my kid love that they get to play in their play area after they eat, which is very convenient especially during winter, and I like that they offer a healthier fast-food option compared to others fast-food restaurants.
A few weeks ago we stopped by to eat lunch and we were informed that the traditional Coleslaw salad was replaced for a “Superfood Side”. Oh boy!!… My husband was super disappointed, that salad was one of his favorite sides. Thank goodness the manager was kind enough to give us the recipe to make it at home. Anyway. We overcame our disappointment and decided to give the new salad a try. And to make a long story short, ever since I tried it I’ve been obsessed with it.
You are going to love this Copycat Chick Fil A Superfood Salad recipe!
This salad is very straightforward! Kale, broccolini, dried cherries, and roasted nuts. The real secret, in my opinion, is the vinaigrette. I figured I could do a few test runs to find the perfect copycat recipe of my own. So… guess what? I figured it out and it’s spot on!
You can find the Maple Vinaigrette recipe here.
Looking for more salad recipes? Try these!
- Easy Watermelon Summer Salad
- Falafel Salad Bowls with Mustard Hummus
- Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad
- Couscous Tabbouleh Salad
- Potato and Beet Salad
These are my fave dressings!
Thanks, Chick fil A, for the inspiration on this one. It’s a keeper!
Happy Cooking!!!
Copycat Chick fil A Superfood Salad
Ingredients
- 4 cups kale, loosely chopped or torn
- Maple vinaigrette to your taste
- 1 bunch broccolini, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cherries
- Roasted nuts to your taste (I used walnuts)
Important
Don’t forget to check out the step-by-step photos above in the post—they’ll guide you through the process and make everything super clear!
Instructions
- Combine the kale, broccolini, dried cherries, and nuts in a large bowl.
- Add vinaigrette to the salad, and toss well. Note: I like tossing with the vinaigrette about 15 minutes before I serve it because the kale will soften in the vinaigrette.
- Serve.
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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Never had their coleslaw but I use to love their carrot slaw and I was disappointed when it was gone. But I to tried the superfood salad and it’s my favorite. Thanks for this copy cat recipe, it’s great!
Hello Lyn! I’m happy you enjoyed it. Thank you for taking the time to come back and let me know!?
I was nervous to try this recipe because others like it have such different ingredients for the dressing but Guys it was totally spot on! When I tasted the dressing I was in love! For the salad I used a kale/carrot/red cabbage salad mix and added chopped baby broccoli. I used dried cranberries and honey roasted pecans. For the dressing I left the zest out but kept the other ingredients the same. Sooooo good!!! Letting the salad sit is definitely key. Thank you! It was a hit for thanksgiving and will be added to the rotation.
Hello SS! Thank you so much for trying my recipe, and I’m SO GLAD you enjoyed it!!
Wonderfull. I cannot resist, I’m going to prepare it.! Thank you very much
Hello Antonio! Thanks for your interest in my recipe. Please come back and let me know how you like it. ?
Made this tonight and it is spot on! I let the kale and broccolini marinade in the vinegarette for a little bit before eating. Soooo yummy!! Thank you! 🙂
Hello Jamie! ! I’m SO GLAD you enjoyed it. Thank you for taking the time to come back and let me know!?
Would baby kale work in this recipe?
Hi Rachelle! Yes, you can use baby kale. Thanks for your interest in my recipe. Please come back and let me know how you like it. ?
While I found several recipes for a “look-alike”, yours sounded best! Now that I’ve made it, am here to say “WOW” – it’s great. Thanks so much for putting in the leg work to create the recipe! Along the way I’ve learned about rapini (because I clearly forgot about broccolini) – not a candidate for the superfood salad, but a great addition to a healthy diet.
Thank you so much Betty! I’m delighted to hear you enjoyed it so much.
I made this salad because I love the Chik Fil a version. I did substitute agave nectar for the honey and put Maple flavoring in it. Taste the same as Chik fil a. Thanks!
Hello Lise! I’m SO happy you enjoyed it. Thank you for taking the time to come back and let me know!?
Thanks ,but Im going to substitute the maple syrup with ll the sugar for sugar free syrup
Hi Judy! I think it would work fine. Thanks for your interest in my recipe ????
Does the broccolini need to be softened or will the dressing soften it?
Hello Becky! I like it raw, but you can cook it for a couple of minutes if you prefer. Thanks for your interest in my recipe.
I am literally sitting here in Chick-fil-A trying to figure out how to make this salad and dressing at home and I stumbled on your site. Thank you! We don’t have the superfood salad on the menu in our area, and we just visited this one while on vacation. I can’t wait to try this when I get home. Thanks!
Hi Steph!! I am so glad you find my recipe. Please let me know how you like it. Thanks for stopping by =)
Thanks for this! I just had this for the first time yesterday. SO GOOD. My salad didn’t have any nuts though. I will try this soon. Thanks!
Thank you for stopping by, MG!! I hope you like it.
I have eaten this salad multiple times, thanks so much for the recipe. I LOVE IT!! I add chicken for some extra protein.
Yay! So glad you and your 1yo enjoyed it, Stu, thanks for letting me know!
Love it! Now we can enjoy “superfood” twice as often for half the price! Didn’t have dried cherries, but craisins (nuked with a little o.j.) was a good substitute. I’ll be returning to this recipe often — thanks for sharing!
I’m so glad you love this too, Janet! Thank you so much for letting me know!
Yummmmmmmmm delish! Thank you for sharing this!
love this recipe! I make a huge bowl and take for lunches & I find it to be perfect. As far as the blanching debate goes, don’t (unless that’s your thing…if so…carry on)! if it’s too rough, try giving the kale a little “massage” this will break down the cells and make it softer. You will actually be able to see the greens turning a darker color. Chick-fil-a’s probably sits in their dressing for a day so that’s why you get a nice soft green. Hope that helps others!
I agree, Emily!!! Thanks for stopping by.
I agree with “massaging” the kale with a tiny bit of salt. It does make it so tender. When it’s massaged enough (doesn’t take long), the kale turns a bright green color. I do rinse off the salt and pat the kale dry. Delicious!
I recently fell in love with this salad and I’m making it as I type this. I could not find bocolini in the store. I even went to wholefoods. I did however, find broccoli rabe. I just chopped it up leaves and all and threw it in. Tastes fine to me!
Thanks for trying this recipe, Jennifer! I’m so glad you enjoyed it ????