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Easy Kale Pomegranate Salad

Easy Kale Pomegranate Salad

A quick and easy kale salad that’s fresh, crunchy and full of flavor! Perfect as a light lunch, holiday side, or anytime you want to eat something green that actually tastes GOOD!
PREP: 10 minutes
TOTAL: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large bunch curly kale chopped (about 6–8 cups)
  • 1 large crisp apple like Honeycrisp or Gala, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup pomegranate arils
  • ¼ cup pecan halves raw or toasted
  • 1 –2 tsp olive oil
  • A small squeeze of lemon juice or drizzle of apple cider vinegar
  • Pinch of salt
Optional Add-Ins:
  • Crumbled goat cheese or feta
  • A drizzle of honey or maple syrup
  • Candied pecans
  • Extra sea salt to finish

Instructions
 

  1. Massage the kale. Place the chopped kale in a large bowl with olive oil and a pinch of salt. Rub it between your fingers for about 1–2 minutes until softened.
  2. Add the good stuff. Toss in sliced apples, pomegranate arils and pecans.
  3. Dress it. Add a squeeze of lemon juice or splash of vinegar. Toss everything together gently to combine.
  4. Taste and adjust. Add honey or cheese if you’d like or enjoy it just as it is!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. This salad actually gets better after sitting for a bit, just give it a quick toss before serving.
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