KALE AND APPLE SALAD

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Antioxidant-rich kale is even better for you when eaten raw. Thin strips are softened in a light lemon dressing, then tossed with the savory-sweet blend of apple, dates, almonds and cheese. A little pecorino goes a long way in giving this nutritious salad a satisfying depth of flavor.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
1 bunch kale, ribs removed, leaves very thinly sliced
1/4 cup dates
1 Honeycrisp apple
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 ounce Pecorino, finely grated (1/4 cup)
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Add the kale, toss to coat and let stand 10 minutes.
While the kale stands, cut the dates into thin slivers and the apple into thin matchsticks. Add the dates, apples, almonds and cheese to the kale. Season with salt and pepper and toss well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calorie, Fat 8.5 grams, SaturatedFat 1.5 grams, Cholesterol 4 milligrams, Sodium 161 milligrams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 8 grams