How to Make Persimmon, Pomegranate, and Massaged Kale Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

This Persimmon, Pomegranate, and Massaged Kale Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that brings together a variety of flavors and textures. The combination of sweet persimmons, tart pomegranate arils, and tender massaged kale creates a salad that is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Whether you enjoy it as a light appetizer or a fulfilling side dish, this salad is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

The star of this salad is the ripe persimmons, which add a natura...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup raw macadamia nuts
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup, divided
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ¼ cup orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 bunches kale, stemmed and torn into pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ripe Fuyu persimmon, peeled and thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup pomegranate seeds

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Toss macademia nuts with 1 tablespoon maple syrup and pinch of salt; spread on baking sheet.
  • Toast macademia nuts in the preheated oven until lightly golden, about 5 minutes. Remove from oven and coat with 1 tablespoon maple syrup.
  • Whisk orange juice, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, and ground black pepper together in a small bowl to make dressing.
  • Place kale pieces, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl; massage with your hands until kale is tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add persimmon slices and dressing and toss to mix. Top with pomegranate seeds and maple-roasted macademia nuts.
  • Nutrition

    326 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 429mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 285mg
    • Calcium: 332mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1185mg