Cherry Goat Cheese Toasted Pecan Kale Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Cherry Goat Cheese Toasted Pecan Kale Salad, where earthy kale meets tangy goat cheese and sweet dried cherries, all topped with crunchy toasted pecans. Perfect for any occasion, this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrition. Enjoy it as a refreshing lunch or a show-stopping side dish at dinner parties, and watch your guests keep coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups kale, chopped (about 1 bunch)
- 1 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup dried cherries
- ½ cup toasted pecans
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the kale thoroughly. Remove tough stems and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread pecans on a baking sheet and toast for about 5-7 minutes until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped kale, crumbled goat cheese, dried cherries, and toasted pecans; drizzle with dressing.
- Toss gently to combine without bruising the kale.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg