Kick the Winter Blahs Salad Kale and Beets
Brighten your winter days with the vibrant and nourishing "Kick the Winter Blahs Salad" featuring kale, roasted beets, and a medley of fresh ingredients. This hearty winter salad combines tender, massaged kale with earthy roasted beets, juicy orange slices, and a sprinkle of toasted walnuts for a satisfying crunch. A drizzle of tangy lemon-honey dressing ties everything together, while creamy crumbles of feta cheese add a decadent touch. Packed with seasonal produce and loaded with vitamins, this recipe offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures that's as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect as a light lunch or an elegant side dish, this kale and beet salad is a refreshing boost for your winter menu.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Beets
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 6 cups Kale leaves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 cup Walnuts
- 2 medium Oranges
- 0.25 cup Feta cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and trim the beets, then wrap each beet individually in aluminum foil. Place them on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes, or until easily pierced with a knife.
While the beets are roasting, prepare the kale. Wash the leaves, remove the tough stems, and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the kale with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Massage the kale with your hands for 2-3 minutes until the leaves become tender and slightly darker in color.
Once the beets are done roasting, allow them to cool for 10 minutes, then peel off the skins using a paper towel or your hands. Slice the beets into thin wedges.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Peel the oranges and slice them into rounds, then cut the rounds into halves or quarters if desired.
Assemble the salad: Start with a base of massaged kale on a large serving platter or bowl. Top with roasted beets, orange slices, toasted walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad. Toss gently to combine all ingredients, or leave it layered for a beautiful presentation.
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, bright flavors of this winter-inspired salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1338 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.7 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 32.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 3440 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.5 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.1 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.6 g | ||
| Protein | 38.6 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1012 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 3578 mg | 76% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
