Description
Kale Salad with Apples is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines crisp kale leaves, sweet apple slices, and a zesty dressing for an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients. Whether you’re serving it at a dinner party or enjoying it as a light lunch, this delightful salad will impress even the most skeptical eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple, sliced
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse kale leaves under cold water and dry thoroughly. Remove tough stems and tear leaves into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, drizzle olive oil over kale and massage gently until softened.
- Add sliced apples, red onion, toasted walnuts, and dried cranberries to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Toss everything together gently and serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider including feta cheese or swapping apples for pears. - To store leftovers, keep the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.