Description
Harvest Kale Salad with Apples & Pecans is a vibrant addition to your Thanksgiving table, blending crisp kale, sweet Honeycrisp apples, and crunchy pecans for a delightful taste sensation. This easy-to-make salad not only impresses with its colorful presentation but also offers a balance of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect as a side dish or a light main course, it’s a nutritious option that celebrates the season?s bounty.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple, cored and diced
- 1 cup toasted pecans
- ? cup dried cranberries
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the kale thoroughly. Remove stems and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Preheat oven to 350?F (175?C) and toast the pecans on a baking sheet for about 8-10 minutes until fragrant. Let cool.
- Core and dice the apple into small pieces; toss in lemon juice to prevent browning if desired.
- Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- In a large bowl, combine kale, diced apple, toasted pecans, and dried cranberries. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate without dressing until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required, but toasting nuts
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg