Christmas Kale & Cranberry Warm Salad

A nutrient-dense holiday salad featuring leafy kale that is gently wilted and tossed with tart dried cranberries and toasted walnuts. Dressed in a warm cider vinaigrette, the kale becomes tender and savory, providing a beautiful contrast to the sweet berries. It is a vibrant green and red dish that brings a healthy, high-fiber element to the Christmas table.

Prep 5 minCook 15 minTotal 20 minUpdated Jul 3, 202620 minVegetarianVeganGluten Free

A nutrient-dense holiday salad featuring leafy kale that is gently wilted and tossed with tart dried cranberries and toasted walnuts. Dressed in a warm cider vinaigrette, the kale becomes tender and savory, providing a beautiful contrast to the sweet berries. It is a vibrant green and red dish that brings a healthy, high-fiber element to the Christmas table.

Ingredients

  • 5 tbsp Olive oil
  • 40 g Red onion
  • 30 cup Dried cranberries
  • 1 piece(s) Garlic
  • 180 g Kale
  • 60 ml Fresh orange juice
  • 30 oz Toasted walnut halves
  • 20 cup Pomegranate arils
  • 1 tsp Sea salt
  • 1 tsp Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Remove the tough stems from kale, cut into bite-size pieces, rinse and drain. Thinly slice the red onion, mince the garlic.
  2. Add olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Add the red onion and sauté until softened, translucent, and fragrant (a few minutes).
  3. Add dried cranberries and the minced garlic, and sauté for a short while.
  4. Add the kale and pour in fresh orange juice. Sauté until softened but still pleasantly chewy.
  5. Turn off the heat. Add toasted walnuts and pomegranate arils. Season with sea salt and black pepper, and toss to combine.
  6. Serve immediately.

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