Kale Waldorf Salad With Apples, Walnuts & Creamy Dressing

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 3
Healthy and flavorful Kale Waldorf Salad with apples, walnuts and creamy dressing recipe
in Salad

Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

4 cups packed finely chopped raw kale ( MUST use lacinato kale also known as dinosaur kale ( it 's long , dark green , with a pebbly texture )
1 large red apple , chopped ( like Honeycrisp )
1 cup thinly sliced celery ( if you choose to use it then cut down on the amount of apple you use ) ( optional )
1/4 cup walnuts , toasted and chopped ( toast walnuts in a 350 degree oven for 6-8 minutes ( and watch them carefully ( they go from done to bur )
2 tablespoons raisins
2 tablespoons dried cranberries
1/2 chopped honeycrisp apple
1/4 cup walnuts , toasted and chopped ( toast walnuts in a 350 degree oven for 6-8 minutes-and watch them carefully )
2 tablespoons raisins
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon sea salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
290
Sugar
14g
Fat
22g
This Kale Waldorf Salad is a modern take on the classic Waldorf Salad, which traditionally features apples, walnuts, and mayonnaise. This recipe swaps mayonnaise for a delicious and healthy dressing made with Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and olive oil. The raw kale and walnuts add an extra crunch, while the raisins and dried cranberries provide a sweet contrast to the slightly bitter kale. Overall, this salad is a healthy and flavorful option for any meal.

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl, add Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and sea salt. Whisk until well combined.
2.Gradually add olive oil, whisking constantly, until mixture has emulsified.
3.Add the chopped kale and the chopped apple into the mixing bowl, tossing until kale is well-coated with the dressing.
4.Mix in the celery, raisins, dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, and the honeycrisp apple.

PROS

This salad is very healthy and packed with nutrients.

Kale is packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, while the walnuts are a good source of healthy fats.

It’s also gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan-friendly.

CONS

Some people may not like the slightly bitter taste of the raw kale.

It can also be difficult to chop the kale finely enough.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Kale has many health benefits, including being high in fiber, antioxidants, vitamin C, and vitamin K.
It may also help lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.