Superfoods to the rescue! A true superfood offers maximum nutritional benefits for minimal calories; they are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Summer Superfood Kale Salad takes advantage of multiple superfoods, including leafy green kale and bright sweet blueberries. With plenty of nutty crunch and fruit brightness, Summer Superfood Kale Salad will wow you with its superior flavors!
Ingredients
For the dressing:
- 3 tablespoons Champagne vinegar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons walnut or olive oil
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder
For the salad:
- 4 cups kale, stems removed, finely shredded
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 1/2 cups watermelon, cut into small cubes
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups blueberries
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
Directions
Step 1 –Whisk the Champagne vinegar, the walnut oil, the honey, and the mustard powder together, ensuring the honey has dissolved and the dressing is thoroughly mixed.
Step 2 –In a large bowl, add the kale, then pour the dressing over the kale and mix thoroughly.
Step 3 –Place the kale in the refrigerator to chill for about 5-10 minutes.
Step 4 –Add the bell pepper, the watermelon, the carrot, and the blueberries into the bowl with the kale.
Step 5 –In a skillet over medium heat, toast the chopped walnuts and the pumpkin seeds, stirring to keep them from burning.
Step 6 –Top the salad with the walnuts and the pumpkin seeds, and serve!
