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Winter Chopped Salad with White Balsamic Dressing


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  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A cozy bowl of crunchy winter salad featuring kale, Brussels sprouts, pomegranate seeds, and a tangy white balsamic dressing.


Ingredients

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  • ½ cup white balsamic vinegar
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Kale, roughly chopped
  • Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced
  • Carrots, shredded or sliced
  • Red onion, finely sliced
  • Pomegranate seeds
  • Feta cheese or goat cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • Nuts (almonds or walnuts, optional)
  • Diced apple (optional)
  • Roasted root veggies (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine white balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a jar. Shake until well mixed.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chopped kale, sliced Brussels sprouts, shredded carrots, finely sliced red onion, and pomegranate seeds.
  3. Add any optional extras like nuts, diced apple, or roasted root veggies.
  4. Drizzle the salad with the prepared white balsamic dressing and toss well until everything is coated.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
  6. Let the salad sit for 15-30 minutes before serving for the flavors to meld.

Notes

Store the salad and dressing separately to keep it fresh. Mix right before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg