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Crispy Kale & Apple Salad with Maple-Tahini Dressing Delight

Crispy Kale & Apple Salad with Maple-Tahini Dressing Bliss

This crispy kale & apple salad with maple-tahini dressing is a nutritious delight bursting with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 bunch Fresh Kale Can be swapped for spinach or Swiss chard.
  • 1 medium Granny Smith Apple Alternatively, use Honeycrisp or any favorite tart apple.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Consider grated beets for something different.
  • 0.5 medium Red Onion Replace with green onions or shallots for a milder taste.
  • 0.5 cup Toasted Walnuts Pecans or almonds work beautifully as substitutes.
For the Dressing
  • 0.25 cup Tahini Sunflower seed butter can be used for a nut-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup Honey or agave syrup can be used for non-vegan options.
  • 2 tablespoons Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice Apple cider vinegar is a great alternative.
  • 0.25 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Swap for avocado oil or sesame oil for a flavor twist.
  • 1 pinch Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 pinch Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • large bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by rinsing the fresh kale under cold water, then pat it dry. Remove the tough stems and chop the kale into bite-sized pieces for easier tossing and eating.
  2. In a large bowl, drizzle a little olive oil onto the chopped kale. Gently massage it with your hands for about 2 minutes until the leaves soften and become vibrant green, creating a better texture.
  3. Core the Granny Smith apple and slice it thinly. Add the apple slices to the bowl with the kale.
  4. Toss in the shredded carrots, sliced red onion, and toasted walnuts.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine tahini, pure maple syrup, freshly squeezed lemon juice, olive oil, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Whisk until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
  6. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss well to ensure all ingredients are coated evenly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 90mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. It's best enjoyed fresh to maintain texture and flavor.

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