Description
Indulge in this vibrant Cherry, Goat Cheese & Toasted Pecan Kale Salad, where sweet cherries meet creamy goat cheese and crunchy pecans. This refreshing salad is perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners, offering a delightful explosion of flavors and textures that will impress your guests. Itβs not just a meal; itβs a celebration of health and taste that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups kale, chopped
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup toasted pecans
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Kale: Rinse the kale thoroughly under cool water. Remove tough stems and tear leaves into bite-sized pieces.
- Toast the Pecans: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans for about 5 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, toss together kale, cherries, toasted pecans, and crumbled goat cheese. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss to coat.
- Serve Immediately: Plate the salad in bowls or on individual plates. Garnish with extra pecans or cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg