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Kale Pomegranate Salad
A vibrant and nutritious salad combining kale, pomegranate seeds, and crunchy almonds, dressed in a tangy lemon vinaigrette.
Ingredients
Kale
- 2 bunches lacinato kale (washed and stems removed)
- 1 small green apple (cut into small matchsticks or pieces)
- ½ cup pomegranate seeds (about 1 small pomegranate)
- ½ cup toasted sliced almonds (or walnuts, pine nuts, or pepitas)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1-2 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- to taste Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Remove stems from kale, chop leaves finely, then massage with half of the dressing until softened.
- Add apple, pomegranate seeds, and nuts to the kale. Toss with remaining dressing.
Notes
For extra flavor, let the salad sit for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.