Summer Kale Salad with Peaches and Candied Pecans
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Summer Kale Salad with Peaches and Candied Pecans, a delightful dish perfect for warm days. Featuring tender kale, succulent peaches, and crunchy candied pecans, this salad is not only refreshing but also satisfying. Tossed in a simple yet flavorful dressing made from extra virgin olive oil and apple juice vinegar, every bite bursts with seasonal goodness. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch, it’s versatile enough to be served as a side or topped with your favorite protein for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Skillet / Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple juice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon stone ground mustard
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 5 cups lightly packed torn kale leaves
- 1 ripe peach, sliced
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 3/4 cup pecan halves
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1/8 teaspoon bittersweet smoked paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Candied Pecans: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add pecans, maple syrup, smoked paprika, and salt. Stir constantly until coated (about 8 minutes). Cool on parchment paper.
- Mix the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, apple juice vinegar, mustard, and black pepper in a large bowl.
- Massage the Kale: Add kale to the bowl with dressing; toss well and massage until tender (2-3 minutes).
- Assemble the Salad: Place dressed kale on a platter; top with peach slices, blueberries, crumbled cheese, and cooled pecans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg