What apples are good in salads?

Choose a sweet but crunchy apple for salads and a variety that doesn't brown as quickly. Great options include Honey Crisp, Fuji, Gala, and Cortland.

When is kale in season?

You can typically find kale in most grocery stores year-round. It's at its peak from fall through spring. Enjoy it during these times for the best flavor and freshest leaves.

How do you make kale less tough for salads?

To make kale less tough for salads, massage it with your fingertips for 1-2 minutes with a small drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.

Kale Apple Cheddar Salad

Name: Kale Apple Cheddar Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 cups chopped kale, with larger stems removed; 1/2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 large honey crisp apple, chopped; 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1/4 cup sliced almonds; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup; 1/4 teaspoon dijon mustard; sea salt and pepper, to taste

Description

Kale Apple Cheddar Salad is both sweet and savory. It’s the perfect side for an everyday dinner or holiday meal. It requires no cooking and is ready in just 10 minutes!

Ingredients

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For the Salad

5 cups chopped kale, with larger stems removed
1/2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 large honey crisp apple, chopped
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup sliced almonds

For the Dressing

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon dijon mustard
sea salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Massage the kale and olive oil in a large bowl using your fingertips for about 1 minute, or until it starts to soften.
Add the chopped apple, cheddar, and sliced almonds. Toss to combine. Set aside.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk or shake all the dressing ingredients until combined. Taste and adjust as needed.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and give it a good toss to combine. Serve and enjoy!