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Fresh Winter Salad with Kale, Apples, and Pomegranate

A vibrant winter salad featuring tender kale, crisp apples, juicy pomegranate seeds, and a bright citrus dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Winter
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 6 cups fresh kale stems removed, chopped
  • 2 apples thinly sliced
  • 1 cup pomegranate arils
  • 0.5 cup toasted walnuts or pecans
  • 0.25 cup feta cheese crumbled, optional
Dressing
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Chef’s knife

Method
 

  1. Massage chopped kale with olive oil and a pinch of salt until tender.
  2. Whisk dressing ingredients together in a small bowl until emulsified.
  3. Add apples to kale and toss with dressing.
  4. Fold in pomegranate arils and toasted nuts.
  5. Top with cheese if using and serve.

Notes

This salad can be prepared up to 2 hours ahead and improves as flavors meld.