Insalata di Cavolo Nero, Uvetta e Mele (Kale, Raisins and Apples Salad)

This simple and vibrant kale salad with apples and raisins will become your go-to! It is tangy, tart, sweet, and full of flavor.

If you have not tried kale yet, now may be the time. Kale is super nutritious and delicious, making it a super salad green. Kale is a highly nutritional vegetable, rich in fiber, calcium, potassium, antioxidants and folic acid (if consumed raw).

The most tender kale is the one harvested in late autumn and early winter after the first frosts. It is one of my favorite winter salads. You can enjoy it as a main dish (larger portion) or side dish to accompanied roast turkey and beef. Something to serve on your Christmas meal.

Merry Christmas to all of you. Buon Natale, miei cari lettori!

INSALATA DI CAVOLO NERO, UVETTA E MELE (KALE, RAISINS AND APPLES SALAD)

Preparation time: 10 minutes                                                     Servings: 4

INGREDIENTS

200 g (7 oz) kale
4-5 tablespoons raisins
3 organic red apples, washed, dried and cut into pieces
4 tablespoons sesame seeds, lightly toasted
Dressing
150 g (about 5 oz) plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice + some zest

DIRECTIONS

1. Wash kale, remove center ribs and stems, cut leaves crosswise into large strips.
2. In a small bowl prepare dressing by mixing yogurt, honey, olive oil, lemon juice and zest.
3. In a large bowl mix kale, raisins and apples.
4. Divide into four bowls and pour dressing over. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Toss gently to mix flavors. You can serve immediately or refrigerate for 1 hour. – Paola