Kale Pear Salad With Sesame Ginger Dressing Shaken Dressing

This kale pear salad is a symphony of flavors and textures, with crunchy kale, sweet ripe pear, and a tangy sesame ginger dressing that brings it all together.

The added crunch of pecans and salty feta cheese make this salad a satisfying and healthy meal or side dish.

Ingredients

• 2 cups curly kale leaves stems removed and chopped
• 1 ripe pear diced
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Rinse the kale leaves thoroughly and spin them dry to remove excess water. Remove the stems and chop the kale into bite-sized pieces, placing them in a large bowl.

Dice the pear into small pieces and add it to the bowl with the kale.

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to make the sesame ginger dressing. In a small jar or container with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds until well combined.

Sprinkle the chopped pecans and crumbled feta cheese over the kale and pear mixture.

Drizzle the sesame ginger dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately, dividing the salad among 5 plates or bowls.

Notes

Be sure to dry the kale leaves thoroughly after rinsing to prevent a soggy salad.

Use a ripe but firm pear for the best texture and flavor.

Chop the pecans just before using to preserve crunch.

Don’t over-toss the salad, as the kale can become bruised and wilted.

If making ahead, prepare the sesame ginger dressing up to a day in advance, but dress the salad just before serving.

You can customize this recipe to your taste by adding other ingredients like diced apples or dried cranberries.

For a lighter dressing, start with 2 tablespoons of the sesame ginger dressing and add more to taste.

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 360
• Fat: 24g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Cholesterol: 10mg
• Sodium: 250mg
• Carbohydrates: 34g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 16g
• Protein: 8g