Simple Kale Salad with Cider Vinaigrette

My three kids and I love kale so we are always experimenting with new ways to use it in the kitchen. I came up with the idea to add some sweetness, using dried cranberries and crunch with toasted pecans. Then all you need is to prepare a simple cider vinaigrette. This Kale Salad with Cider Vinaigrette is amazing, and it’s a great salad to accompany seafood, chicken or pork. Top it off with crumbled feta, goat cheese or even blue cheese. Oh, by the way, this also would make a great fall holiday recipe.

Simple Kale Salad with Cider Vinaigrette

• Prep: 20 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients:

• 1//2 cup honey;
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar;
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard;
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice;
• 3/4 cup olive oil;
• 6 cups chopped fresh kale leaves;
• 1/3 cup sliced radishes (about 5);
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries;
• 1/2 cup pecan halves, toasted;
• 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese.

Preparation

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, vinegar, mustard and lemon juice. Whisk in olive oil and add salt and pepper to taste.
2. In a large salad bowl, combine kale, radishes, cranberries and pecans. Drizzle with dressing and add feta cheese, tossing gently, and serve.