Raw Kale Salad with Feta, Apples, and Pecans

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I have never used raw kale for anything except juicing, so I was really pleased that my first attempt at making a salad with it was a success. Even though I see variations of this recipe on menus all the time, I was not sure how it would work for me in a salad, so I was a bit intimidated. Browsing through the internet I found an article on massaging kale and I decided to give it a try. This is an absolute MUST if you do not want to feel like you are eating plastic. It was so good, I will have to make it again and try it out on my finicky family.

Submitted by GurlieGyrl
Updated on February 25, 2022
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

Roasted Spiced Pecans:

  • ½ tablespoon olive oil

  • ½ cup pecan halves

  • 1 packet stevia powder

  • ¼ teaspoon chipotle powder

Salad:

  • 2 bunches kale, stemmed and coarsely chopped

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 apple, diced

  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add pecans; cook and stir until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and sprinkle with stevia and chipotle powder; toss until well coated.

  2. Place kale in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Massage until leaves begin to soften, about 2 minutes. Add diced apple and spiced pecans. Fold in feta cheese.

Tips

Cook's Note:

You can use pears instead of apples and vary the type of nut for a little variation. Another great option is using dried cherries or cranberries for a little added tang.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

318 Calories
20g Fat
30g Carbs
11g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 318
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g 26%
Saturated Fat 5g 23%
Cholesterol 17mg 6%
Sodium 597mg 26%
Total Carbohydrate 30g 11%
Dietary Fiber 7g 24%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 11g 23%
Vitamin C 271mg 301%
Calcium 407mg 31%
Iron 4mg 24%
Potassium 1105mg 24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.