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Apple and Kale Salad

This salad combines the freshness of kale with the sweetness of apples, creating a refreshing and nutritious dish perfect for the Fall season.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4-6 cups chopped Lacinato kale
  • 1 shallot, sliced
  • 2 honey crisp apples, chopped or sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 celery rib, sliced
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
  • ½ cup shaved, crumbled or cubed extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup toasted chopped pecans
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard or dijon
  • ¼ teaspoon apple pie spice or cinnamon
  • 1 clove of garlic minced/grated
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • Salt and pepper

Method
 

  1. Place Dressing ingredients in a small bowl or in a jar and shake or whisk well. Adjust to taste - more oil to make it creamier, maple syrup for sweet, vinegar for tart.
  2. Toss apples with lemon juice to prevent them from browning.
  3. In a big bowl toss the kale and the shallots with a couple teaspoons of the dressing and massage to soften.
  4. Add remaining salad ingredients to bowl with kale and shallots.
  5. Pour remaining dressing over salad and toss to combine.
  6. Portion out onto plates or eat straight from the bowl and enjoy!

Notes

Massaging the kale with the dressing not only softens the leaves but also enhances their flavor, allowing them to absorb the tanginess of the apple cider vinegar and the sweetness of the maple syrup. This technique helps create a more palatable texture, making the salad enjoyable even for those who may shy away from raw greens.

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