Winter Citrus Kale Salad Avocado (Print)

Crisp kale with juicy citrus, avocado, and pomegranate dressed in a light vinaigrette for a bright winter meal.

# Components:

→ Salad

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 with hands for 1 to 2 minutes, until softened and brightly colored.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, grapefruit juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and remaining olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper. Whisk until fully emulsified.
03 - Add orange segments, grapefruit segments, diced avocado, pomegranate seeds, and sliced red onion to the massaged kale.
04 - Pour the vinaigrette over the salad. Gently toss to evenly coat all ingredients, being careful not to crush the avocado.
05 - Sprinkle toasted pumpkin seeds on top. Divide among plates and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses seasonal winter produce at peak freshness
  • Ready in only fifteen minutes no oven required
  • Loaded with antioxidants and vitamins for a nourishing meal
  • Pairs well with proteins or stands out on its own
02 -
  • Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants to support immunity
  • Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian
  • Very customizable for personal flavor preferences
03 -
  • Massage the kale thoroughly until it darkens and feels tender to ensure every bite is tasty not tough
  • Segment your citrus with a sharp paring knife for clean juicy pieces and no bitterness
  • Always dress the salad just before serving to keep textures vibrant

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