Citrus Power Salad with Kale & Pomegranate
Chopped kale tossed with orange segments, pomegranate seeds, and walnuts in a light lemon dressing for a bright, vitamin-rich salad.
Massaging the kale isn't strictly required, but tossing it with the dressing while you prep the rest of the salad helps soften the leaves a bit.
This salad is tagged for immune support because it leans on vitamin C-rich orange and antioxidant-packed pomegranate seeds, both common additions to immune-focused meals. The walnuts add crunch and a bit of healthy fat, tying the sweet and savory elements together.
Toss everything just before serving so the kale stays vibrant and the pomegranate seeds keep their pop.
Pomegranate seeds can be fiddly to remove from the fruit, but a bowl of water makes the job much easier and less messy. Crumbled feta is a nice optional addition if you want a bit more richness.
Ingredients
- 2 cups kale — washed and chopped
- 1 orange orange — peeled and segmented
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 cup walnuts — chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice — freshly squeezed
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt — to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper — freshly ground
Instructions
- 1In a mixing bowl, combine chopped kale, orange segments, pomegranate seeds, and walnuts.
- 2Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the salad.
- 3Season with sea salt and black pepper.
- 4Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- 5Serve immediately for a fresh, vitamin-packed immune boost.