Kale and Pomegranate Salad

5 from 1 vote

A flavorful pomegranate salad made with massaged kale, a homemade pomegranate salad dressing, and amazing toppings >> fresh pomegranate arils, pear slices, walnuts, and goat cheese.

Prep 20

Cook 0

Total 20

Fat 18

Carbs 25

Protein 10

Yield

Ingredients

For the Dressing

1/4 cup POM Wonderful 100% Pomegranate Juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1/8 teaspoon salt

For the Salad

8 cups kale deboned and chopped
1/2 cup raw walnuts
2 oz. goat cheese crumbles
2 medium pears sliced
1/3 cup POM Wonderful Arils optional
1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced

Optional:

1/2 cup cooked quinoa per serving
4 oz. chicken breast per serving

Instructions

For the Dressing

Prep your dressing by placing all ingredients for dressing in a mason jar. Screw the cap and shake until ingredients are mixed well. Set aside.

For the Salad

Preheat the oven to 325ºF. Place walnuts on a baking sheet and bake for 6-8 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.
While walnuts are baking, place chopped kale in a large bowl. Pour dressing over the kale and massage kale with your hands for 3-5 minutes. This will make the kale easier to digest and less pungent.
Once you've massage your kale, add the rest of the ingredients to the salad and toss.
Eat as is or top with a protein such as quinoa, chicken breast, or both!

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