Kale and Pomegranate Bowl (Printable)

Hearty kale meets sweet pomegranate and crisp apple in this colorful, nutrient-rich bowl with tangy honey-mustard dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Greens

01 - 4 cups kale leaves, stems removed and chopped

→ Fruits

02 - 1 medium apple, cored and thinly sliced
03 - 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

→ Nuts

04 - 1/3 cup walnuts, roughly chopped

→ Dressing

05 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
07 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Steps:

01 - Place the chopped kale in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt. Massage the kale with your hands for 1 to 2 minutes until the leaves become tender and slightly darker.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
03 - Add the sliced apple, pomegranate seeds, and walnuts to the massaged kale.
04 - Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
05 - Serve immediately, or let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.

# Chef’s Tips:

01 -
  • A vibrant blend of textures from crunchy walnuts to juicy pomegranates.
  • Packed with nutrients and hearty greens for a healthy meal.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes with no cooking required.
02 -
  • Massage the kale until it is dark green and soft to improve digestibility and flavor.
  • Let the salad sit for 10 minutes before serving so the kale can absorb the vinaigrette.
  • Use a crisp apple variety like Honeycrisp or Fuji for the best flavor contrast.
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