Description
Kale Mandarin Orange Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines crisp kale with sweet mandarin oranges, crunchy walnuts, and a zesty dressing. This delightful salad is perfect for picnics, family gatherings, or as a healthy meal option. Bursting with color and flavor, it offers a nutritious experience without the guilt?enjoy it chilled or at room temperature!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups kale leaves (torn into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 cup mandarin oranges (fresh or canned, drained if canned)
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup walnuts (toasted and roughly chopped)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the kale leaves thoroughly. Tear them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- If using fresh mandarins, peel and segment; drain canned mandarins. Add them to the kale.
- Mix in the red onion, walnuts, and dried cranberries.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg