Healthy / Western · Easy

Sweet Red Russian Kale & Apple Salad

A refreshing sweet-and-crunchy kale salad with apples, walnuts, and honey lemon dressing.

This colorful salad showcases the naturally sweet and tender leaves of Red Russian Kale. Fresh apples, crunchy walnuts, dried cranberries, and a light honey-lemon dressing create a delicious balance of sweetness, freshness, and nutrition.

Prep

15 min

Cook

Total

15 min

Serves

2

HealthyVegetarianHigh FiberVitamin RichFresh Salad
Sweet Red Russian Kale & Apple Salad

Ingredients

Honey Lemon Dressing

  • Olive OilExtra virgin3 tbsp
  • Lemon JuiceFreshly squeezed2 tbsp
  • HoneyAdjust to taste3 tbsp
  • Dijon MustardOptional1 tsp
  • Salt1/2 tsp
  • Black PepperFreshly Ground1/4 tsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Wash and dry the Red Russian Kale thoroughly. Remove the thick stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Massage the kale with a small amount of olive oil for 1–2 minutes until the leaves become softer.

  3. 3

    Whisk together all dressing ingredients until well combined.

  4. 4

    Add the apples, walnuts, cranberries, and Parmesan cheese to the kale.

  5. 5

    Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately while fresh and enjoy.

Farm tip

Harvest young outer leaves early in the morning for the sweetest flavor and crispest texture.