Kale & Cranberry Salad with Winter Squash
 
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This healthy and delicious kale salad combines fresh chopped kale with winter squash, cranberries, walnuts, and an easy honey dijon balsamic dressing.
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Recipe type: Salad
Serves: 4
Ingredients
DRESSING:
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey, optional*
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
  • 1 large bunch kale
  • ¼ - ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 oz crumbled feta or goat cheese, optional**
  • 1 cup cooked, cubed winter squash***
Instructions
To make the dressing:
  1. Combine all ingredients in small bowl and whisk with fork until well combined.
To make the salad:
  1. Remove the stems from the kale and chop into small, bite-sized pieces.
  2. Place chopped kale in a large bowl and pour the dressing over the top, tossing well to evenly distribute the dressing. Add remaining ingredients and toss gently to combine.
Notes
*Agave syrup may be used in place of the honey, or it may be omitted altogether.
**To make this recipe vegan, omit the cheese.
***To quickly cook winter squash, peel and chop it into small pieces, then steam for 5-8 minutes or until tender.
Recipe by I Deliciate. at https://ideliciate.com/kale-cranberry-salad-with-winter-squash/