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Kale Cherry Salad with Goat Cheese Recipe

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A vibrant and nutritious Kale Cherry Salad featuring tender massaged kale, sweet cherries, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy pistachios, all tossed in a tangy honey red wine vinaigrette. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or light meal.

Ingredients

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Salad

  • 6 cups kale (stems removed and finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup cherries (pitted and cut in half)
  • ¼ cup goat cheese (crumbled)
  • ¼ cup pistachios (toasted and crushed)
  • 2 shallots (sliced)

Vinaigrette

  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Massage the Kale: In a large bowl, add the kale and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Gently massage the kale with your hands, squeezing and rubbing it to soften the tough leaves. Toss well so that all pieces are evenly coated with oil, enhancing tenderness and flavor.
  2. Add Salad Ingredients: Mix in the pitted cherries, crumbled goat cheese, and toasted crushed pistachios with the massaged kale. Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly without bruising the cherries or cheese.
  3. Prepare the Vinaigrette: In a jar with a lid, add the sliced shallots, honey, red wine vinegar, and olive oil. Secure the lid and shake vigorously until the vinaigrette is well blended and emulsified into a smooth dressing.
  4. Toss the Salad: Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the salad mixture. Toss thoroughly so the kale and other ingredients are evenly coated, allowing flavors to meld beautifully.

Notes

  • Kale is hardy and can be prewashed and chopped days ahead without wilting, though washing just before preparing ensures maximum freshness.
  • Allowing the salad to rest for a few hours before serving enhances flavor and softens the tough kale leaves.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; avoid freezing as it negatively impacts texture and freshness.

Keywords: kale salad, cherry salad, goat cheese salad, healthy salad, vegetarian salad, honey vinaigrette, pistachio salad

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