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:
  1. Whisk together balsamic vinegar, tahini, mustard, orange juice, maple syrup, and salt.
  2. Massage kale briefly, then toss with apples, dried fruit, seeds, and dressing.
  3. Let sit 10-15 minutes before serving.