BABY KALE WITH FARRO
Are you ready for a vibrant salad that's both delicious and packed with nutrients? This Crispy Baby Kale Salad with Nutty Farro Delight is a delightful ensemble of flavors and textures. Baby kale leaves, sweet apples, hearty farro, juicy blueberries, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy pistachios come together in a symphony of tastes.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups Baby Kale
- 1 small red or gala apple, cut into 1-inch matchstick pieces
- 1 cup cooked and chilled Farro
- 1 cup Blueberries
- 4 tablespoons crumbled Goat cheese
- 4 tablespoons pistachios
Kale Slaw Dressing:
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon flax seed oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 313
- Total Fat: 13g (20% DV)
- Saturated Fat: 3.2g (16% DV)
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Sodium: 348mg (14% DV)
- Total Carbohydrate: 48g (16% DV)
- Dietary Fiber: 4.7g (18% DV)
- Sugars: 41g
- Protein: 6g
Instructions:
- Cook Farro according to package instructions. Drain and chill it in the refrigerator.
- In a small bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the Kale Slaw Dressing. Set aside.
- On each plate, arrange a bed of crisp baby kale, followed by the apple matchsticks, chilled farro, and juicy blueberries.
- Drizzle each salad with 2 tablespoons of the prepared dressing.
- Top each plate with 1 tablespoon of crumbled goat cheese and 1 tablespoon of pistachios.
- Dive into this wholesome salad, relishing the balance of flavors and the delightful crunch.
Notes:
- Farro is a nutritional powerhouse, rich in fiber, protein, and iron. Cook a batch in advance to elevate your salads, soups, or other dishes throughout the week.
- This salad makes for a satisfying lunch or a light dinner, offering a balance of proteins, vitamins, and antioxidants.
- The addition of flaxseed oil not only imparts a nutty taste to the dressing but also boosts it with Omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health. Enjoy!
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