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Citrus Kale Salad

Citrus Kale Salad

Festive and slightly sweet, this Citrus Kale Salad isalso easy with my simple prep tips.  Makethe holidays healthy again!
Author: Inger
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine International
Servings 4
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

Salad:

  • 1 bunch kale 8 large leaves
  • 2 mandarins peeled and sectioned
  • 1/3 cup pecans toasted if desired
  • 1/2 pomegranate arils removed, pulp discarded

Dressing:

  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons orange juice or any other citrus juice
  • 2 Tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar or other flavorful vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon cardamom may sub ginger
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Remove stems from the kale, then chop into small pieces (I use a food processor). Remove to 4 serving bowls.
  • Mix the dressing ingredients until emulsified (I use the same food processor).
  • Pour the dressing over the salad, then top with mandarin slices, pecans and pomegranate seeds.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 21mgPotassium: 336mgFiber: 5gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 3568IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 113mgIron: 1mg
I am not a health professional and nutrition data is calculated programatically. Accuracy may vary with product selection, calculator accuracy, etc. Consult a professional for the best information.
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