Name: Crisp Apple Kale Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 10 ounces kale, finely shredded; 2 Honeycrisp apples, thinly sliced; 1 pomegranate, seeds only; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; Dressing:; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 small shallot, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped; Freshly ground black pepper to taste; Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

Embrace the vibrant flavors of fall with this revitalizing salad, a symphony of crisp apples, earthy kale, and juicy pomegranate seeds, all harmonized by a zesty lemon-thyme vinaigrette. A delightful and nutritious dish perfect for any occasion.

Follow The Directions

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Prepare the Kale (2 minutes): In a large bowl, massage the shredded kale with your hands until the leaves soften and become a deeper green. This helps break down the kale's tough fibers for a more tender texture.

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Combine the Salad (5 minutes): Add the thinly sliced apples, pomegranate seeds, and ground cinnamon to the massaged kale in the bowl. Gently toss to combine.

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Prepare the Dressing (3 minutes): In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, thinly sliced shallot, chopped fresh thyme, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes until well combined.

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Dress and Serve (2 minutes): Pour the lemon-thyme vinaigrette over the kale salad and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

For a sweeter flavor, try using Fuji or Gala apples.
If you don't have fresh thyme, you can substitute with ½ teaspoon of dried thyme.
To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the kale and dressing separately and combine just before serving to prevent the kale from becoming soggy.
Add some toasted nuts or seeds for extra crunch and nutritional value (e.g., walnuts, pecans, pumpkin seeds).

Adela Hudson

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