As we all know, a salad can sometimes feel a little... blah. But this Kale Apple Salad with Candied Walnuts is anything but. It's packed with fresh, vibrant flavors and loaded with wholesome ingredients that actually leave you feeling satisfied. Perfect for meal prep or a quick, easy dinner, this salad comes together in no time. The honey vinaigrette dressing takes less than two minutes to shake up, and it ties everything together into something seriously delicious.
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A full list of ingredients with exact quantities can be found on the recipe card below.
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We absolutely love kale in our house. I incorporate it in our smoothies, wraps, and sometimes I even throw it in a fry pan with some olive oil and salt to crisp it up, and these garlic kalettes are perfect for a super simple side! But now I am getting off topic, back to this amazing salad! I love the robust flavors that the honey mustard vinaigrette adds to such a simple salad. A tangy but slightly sweet flavor, it is just so good!
If you are preparing this salad for a meal prep, these are a few good tips to follow. First, toss the cubed apple in a bit of fresh lemon juice, this will stop the apple from going brown. Next, keep the honey mustard vinaigrette dressing in a separate container until you are ready to serve. That is it!
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Kale Apple Salad with Candied Walnuts
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Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Kale Salad
- 1 bunch Kale (about 8 cups) stemmed and washed
- 1 large Apple cubed
- 3 large Chicken Breasts diced and cooked
- ¼ cup Goat Cheese
Maple Candied Walnuts
- 1 cup Walnuts whole & raw
- 2 Tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the honey Dijon salad dressing and set aside.
Maple Candied Walnuts
- Place a sheet of parchment paper over a large plate or cutting board.
- In a medium sized fry pan, add walnuts and maple syrup. Stir well to coat the walnuts well.
- Over medium heat, consistently stirring candy the walnuts. At first the maple syrup will slightly bubble, then you will see it start to thicken, cook for 2-3 minutes, and immediately transfer walnuts to the parchment paper. Spread out into a single layer on the parchment paper and let walnuts cool for 5-10 minutes.
Salad Assembly
- In four large bowls evenly distribute the kale, cubed apple, diced cooked chicken, goat cheese, and candied walnuts.
- Serve with honey mustard vinaigrette
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Nutrition
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Barb says
All of your recipes look really yummy!!
Do not cook much any more but I wish you were my full time cook!!
Jessica says
Thank you! I will cook for you when I see you next!
xo, Jess
b says
Loved the salad especially the walnuts.
Jessica says
Thank you! The walnuts are one of my fav parts too! ?