Kale and persimmon salad
As the days grow shorter and the weather turns cooler, there's nothing quite like a warm, balanced salad to bring a touch of sweetness to your autumn evenings. This Kale, Persimmon Salad with Goat Cheese and Walnuts combines the perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, making it the perfect dish for any fall gathering. Packed with healthy nutrients from the kale, pomegranate arils, persimmons, and walnuts, and balanced with a tangy goat cheese, this salad is sure to become a new seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
4 cups baby kale
2 ripe persimmons, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese (or feta, gorgonzola)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons pomegranate arils
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
salt and freshly ground black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
In a large bowl, add the baby kale, persimmon slices, crumbled goat cheese, and chopped walnuts.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
Top with pomegranate arils.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
