Can’t stop, won’t stop with this salad combo! I was visiting Matt in Dallas for Christmas and his sister, Andrea, threw this salad together and I could not get enough of it! The flavors go together so perfectly and there is just the right amount of crunch, sweetness, and tanginess.
So, you are probably wondering why I named this salad The “only time I will eat kale” Kale Salad. To answer your question, I am not a fan of kale! Not my thing, never has been. Every once in awhile I like it sautéed or cooked down super well in a soup or something, but typically, kale is no bueno for me. The taste is just too strong and it’s hard to chew. Not to mention, I personally don’t usually digest it well.
To make the kale a little bit more mild and easier on digestion, I love buying baby kale. If you aren’t a kale fan, try baby kale! I usually buy the Earthbound Farms brand at the grocery store.
Andrea made this salad with feta cheese and it was incredible, but I do not do too well with too much dairy so I used goat cheese… which is also easier on digestion. Equally as delicious!
Sometimes I leave this recipe as is, other days I will add a protein to make it a bit heartier. Usually leftover chicken or salmon. Hope you guys love this salad recipe as much as me!
xx
Calla
PS. you can find a tutorial for my homemade candied pecans on my Instagram! Super yummy + easy and much healthier than store bought.
The “only time I will eat kale” Kale Salad
Ingredients
For the salad
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup baby kale
- 1/2 apple (diced)
- 1/2 avocado (diced)
- cilantro to taste
- 1/4 block goat cheese
- candied pecans (check out my Instagram for homemade recipe)
For the honey balsamic dressing*
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 heaping tbsp honey
- sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a large bowl. Add dressing and mix well.
This looks nice, and I feel the same way about kale, so will try it with the baby kale. I do not eat dairy but love the vegan cheeses so will sub some in. Just found your site through pinterest (those little pumpkin pies will be made this weekend) so thanks.
Sounds amazing the the baby kale! I will have to try that next 🙂 you’ll have to let me know what you think of the pumpkin pies— that’s one of my faves!!