Description
A delightful and nutritious Kale Apple Pancetta Salad that combines fresh ingredients for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
- 1 large apple, cored and thinly sliced (preferably a tart variety like Granny Smith)
- 4 ounces pancetta, diced
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the diced pancetta until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped kale, sliced apple, cooked pancetta, walnuts, feta cheese, and dried cranberries.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are well-coated.
- Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the kale to soften slightly.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving for a chilled option.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the pancetta with roasted chickpeas or omit it entirely.
- Add a handful of quinoa or farro for extra texture and protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Skillet, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: varies
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: varies
- Unsaturated Fat: varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: varies
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: varies
Keywords: Kale Apple Pancetta Salad