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Kale Apple Salad Recipe

Kale Apple Salad Recipe: A Flavorful Fall Delight

Enjoy a vibrant Kale Apple Salad recipe, combining the sweetness of apples and tartness of pomegranate for a nutritious, gluten-free dish perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Curly Kale or baby kale for quicker prep
  • 1 cup Chopped Radicchio substitute with other bitter greens as desired
  • 1 unit Chopped Apple varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
  • ½ cup Pomegranate Arils dried cranberries can be a substitute
  • ½ cup Crumbled Feta Cheese omit for vegan version or swap for goat cheese
  • ½ cup Pepitas can substitute with other nuts or seeds
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar add honey or maple syrup for sweetness

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • large bowl
  • salad bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by rinsing 4 cups of curly kale under cool water. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces, discarding any tough stems. In a large bowl, massage the kale with your hands for about 2-3 minutes until it turns a vibrant green and feels tender.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread ½ cup of pepitas on a baking sheet and bake for 6-8 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  3. In a large salad bowl, combine the massaged kale with 1 cup of chopped radicchio, 1 chopped apple, and ½ cup of pomegranate arils. Add ½ cup of crumbled feta cheese and toasted pepitas, then gently toss until well combined.
  4. Drizzle your desired amount of apple cider vinegar over the salad. Toss again to evenly coat all ingredients in the dressing and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad can be prepared ahead of time; just keep the dressing separate until serving to maintain freshness.

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