The Erewhon Salad Dupe :: $28 Vibes for $8
Let's be honest – Erewhon's salads hit different, but your wallet doesn't need to take a beating every time you crave that West Coast wellness energy. This copycat version of their legendary kale-radicchio masterpiece delivers all the Instagram-worthy vibes and supermodel nutrition without requiring a small loan.
The "I'm That Girl" Salad
What You'll Need
**The Power Greens:**
- 4 cups baby kale, massaged (yes, massage your greens like they're celebrities)
- 2 cups radicchio, thinly sliced
- 2 naval oranges, peeled and segmented
- 1 large ripe avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas), toasted
**The Liquid Gold Dressing:**
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
The Method
Massage that kale with a pinch of salt until it's tender and dark green – this breaks down the tough fibers and makes it actually enjoyable to eat. Toss with sliced radicchio, orange segments, and avocado. Whisk dressing ingredients together until emulsified, drizzle over everything, and top with toasted pepitas for that satisfying crunch.
Why Your Body Will Thank You
This isn't just pretty food – it's functional medicine on a plate. The massaged kale delivers vitamin K for bone health and folate for energy, while radicchio adds liver-supporting compounds and that gorgeous purple color (hello, anthocyanins!). Orange segments provide vitamin C and natural sweetness, avocado brings healthy fats that help you absorb all those fat-soluble vitamins, and pepitas add plant-based protein plus zinc for glowing skin.
The citrus dressing doesn't just taste amazing – it helps your body absorb the iron from the greens while providing antioxidants that fight inflammation. It's basically a multivitamin that actually tastes good and won't make you feel like you're eating cardboard.
