Sweet and Tangy Kale Apple Salad
This bright, flavorful salad pairs sweet apples with kale’s earthiness, accented by a zesty balsamic-orange dressing. Rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, and phytonutrients, it’s as nourishing as it is refreshing.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups thinly sliced kale
- 1 apple, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins
- 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds or pumpkir seeds
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon tahini
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons orange juice (fresh-squeezed is best)
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Whisk together balsamic vinegar, tahini, mustard, orange juice, maple syrup, and salt.
- Massage kale briefly, then toss with apples, dried fruit, seeds, and dressing.
- Let sit 10-15 minutes before serving.
