Walnut, Apple, and Kale Power Salad
Loaded with crunchy celery, sweet and tangy apples, rich nutty walnuts, salty feta, earthy quinoa, and tender massaged kale, this Walnut, Apple, and Kale Power Salad is packed with textures and flavors that will satisfy. Perfect for lunch or meal prep, this healthy kale salad will help power you through your day.
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 3 cups kale (stems removed, and finely chopped)
- 1 tsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
- Salt
- 1 stalk celery (diced)
- 1 apple (chopped)
- 1/3 cup cooked cooled quinoa
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Walnut Maple Apple Cider Vinaigrette
- 2 tbs walnut oil
- 1 tbs apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp real maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Toast walnuts on an ungreased baking sheet at 375° for 4-5 minutes
- Combine dressing ingredients in a small bowl and mix
- Add kale to a large bowl, drizzle with a little lemon juice or apple cider vinegar and sprinkle with a little salt. Massage kale gently between fingers until it is tender and the color has changed to a darker green.
- To kale add celery, apple, feta, toasted walnuts, and quinoa. Pour dressing over and toss to coat evenly.
Notes
If making ahead, toss apple with a little extra lemon juice just after chopping to prevent browning.
Makes two big lunch salads or four servings if serving as a side.
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