Refreshing Kale Salad
Enjoy a vibrant and refreshing Kale Salad that bursts with flavor! This delightful dish combines crispy kale, sweet apples, shredded carrots, toasted almonds, and sharp white cheddar cheese, all tossed in a zesty lemony vinaigrette. Perfect for any occasion—from casual lunches to elegant dinners—this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tbsp real maple syrup
- 1 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
- Salt (and freshly ground black pepper, to taste)
- 1 lb. curly kale (about 2 large bunches)
- 1 large gala apple (julienned)
- 2 medium carrots (shredded, 1 cup)
- 3/4 cup unsalted slivered almonds (toasted)
- 3/4 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup sliced red onion (very thin)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Refrigerate while you prep the salad.
- Prep the Kale: Remove thick stems from kale leaves. Rinse and dry thoroughly using a salad spinner. Thinly slice the leaves into ribbons.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the sliced kale with julienned apples, shredded carrots, toasted almonds, cheddar cheese, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Dress the Salad: Whisk the dressing again then pour over the salad mixture. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or let rest for about 10 minutes before serving for optimal flavor melding.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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