Winter Citrus Kale Salad (Print)

Kale with juicy citrus, avocado, and pomegranate in a tangy citrus-honey vinaigrette for a bright lunch or side.

# Components:

→ Salad Base

01 - 6 cups curly kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
02 - 2 medium navel oranges, peeled and segmented
03 - 1 pink grapefruit, peeled and segmented
04 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
05 - 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
06 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
07 - 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds

→ Citrus-Honey Vinaigrette

08 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh grapefruit juice
11 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
12 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
13 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
14 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Place chopped kale in a large bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt. Massage the leaves by hand for 1 to 2 minutes until tender and bright green.
02 - In a small bowl, combine fresh orange juice, grapefruit juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Whisk until emulsified. Season dressing with salt and black pepper to taste.
03 - Add orange and grapefruit segments, diced avocado, pomegranate seeds, and thinly sliced red onion to the massaged kale.
04 - Pour vinaigrette over the salad. Toss gently to evenly coat the greens, taking care not to crush the avocado pieces.
05 - Scatter toasted pumpkin seeds over the salad. Divide among plates and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses only simple everyday ingredients and comes together in fifteen minutes
  • Loaded with vitamins and antioxidants for a nourishing meal
  • Naturally gluten free and vegetarian so it fits a variety of diets
  • Looks beautiful on a holiday table or for a cozy family lunch
02 -
  • Packed with antioxidants and vitamin C to help support your immunity in winter
  • The massaged kale base holds up well even after dressing so you can make it ahead
  • Customizable for vegan or nut free needs simply swap honey for maple syrup or leave off the seeds
03 -
  • Massage the kale thoroughly to ensure you do not get any bitterness in the final dish
  • Segment citrus over a bowl to catch every drop of juice for the most flavorful vinaigrette
  • Toss gently to avoid turning your avocado pieces into mush

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