Harvest Apple Pecan Kale Salad: 1 Glorious Recipe
A vibrant and healthy salad featuring crisp apples, toasted pecans, and nutrient-rich kale, all tossed in a sweet and tangy maple vinaigrette. It’s a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and crunchy textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch kale, stems removed and chopped
- 1 cup chopped apple
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
- 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese (optional)
- For the Maple Vinaigrette:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped kale, chopped apple, and toasted pecans.
- If using, add the crumbled goat cheese.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard.
- Season the vinaigrette with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients.
- Toss everything together until well combined.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, or until fragrant.
- For a sweeter vinaigrette, add a little more maple syrup.
- Feel free to add other ingredients like dried cranberries, red onion, or grilled chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of salad
- Calories: Approx. 350
- Sugar: Approx. 15g
- Sodium: Approx. 200mg
- Fat: Approx. 25g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 20g
- Fiber: Approx. 5g
- Protein: Approx. 8g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 10mg