Pecan , Pear , Pomegranate Kale Salad
Prep time : 20 minutes Servings : 8
1 bunch kale , stems removed 1 / 3 cup extra-virgin olive oil , plus 3 tablespoons , divided 2 small pears , sliced 3 / 4 cup fresh pecan halves 1 / 2 cup pomegranate seeds 1 / 3 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons course grain mustard pinch of kosher salt pinch of cracked black pepper
Chop or shred kale into small pieces and transfer to large bowl . Drizzle 3 tablespoons olive oil on kale . Massage kale about 3-5 minutes , or until kale becomes glossy , deep green and begins to tenderize .
Add pear slices , pecan halves and pomegranate seeds ; toss with kale .
Add remaining olive oil , apple cider vinegar , mustard , salt and pepper to canning jar and secure lid . Shake for several seconds until dressing comes together . Drizzle over salad and toss to coat .
Serve immediately , or allow salad to marinate in dressing up to 30 minutes before serving .
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Nutritional information per serving : 230 calories ; 21 g fat ; 2.5 g saturated fat ; 75 mg sodium ; 11 g carbohydrates ; 3 g fiber ; 2 g protein .
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