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Kale Apple Crispy Shallots Salad

Kale Apple Crispy Shallots Salad

A delicious and nutritious salad combining earthy kale, sweet-tart apples, and crispy shallots, perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large bunch fresh kale (about 8 cups chopped)
  • 2 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith preferred)
  • 3 large shallots
  • 1/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup toasted pecans (optional)

Method
 

  1. Prepare the kale by removing tough stems and chopping leaves into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Slice the shallots thinly and fry them in olive oil until golden brown and crispy.
  3. Core and slice the apples into thin matchsticks or small dice.
  4. Whisk together the dressing ingredients and pour over the kale and apples, massaging the dressing into the kale.
  5. Add toasted pecans if using, and top with crispy shallots just before serving.

Notes

Ensure to dry kale thoroughly after washing. Watch shallots carefully while frying to prevent burning. Store crispy shallots separately until serving.