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Kale and Apple Slaw with Honey Sesame Vinaigrette Recipe

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This vibrant Kale and Apple Slaw with a honey sesame vinaigrette blends fresh, crisp vegetables with a tangy, sweet dressing. The kale is massaged to tender perfection and combined with sweet apple matchsticks, crunchy carrots, and purple cabbage. Toasted pepitas add a delightful crunch, while the ginger-garlic sesame dressing provides a flavorful, nourishing finish. Perfect as a refreshing side or a light, healthy snack.

Ingredients

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Slaw

  • 1 bunch kale, leaves removed from ribs and thinly sliced
  • 1 apple, sliced into thin matchsticks
  • ½ cup julienned carrots
  • 1 cup finely shredded purple cabbage
  • ¼ cup toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)

Honey Sesame Vinaigrette

  • ¼ cup avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1-inch knob ginger, grated
  • 1 large clove garlic, grated
  • ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the kale: Remove the tough stems from the kale leaves by holding the stem tip and sliding your hand along to strip the leaves away. Thinly slice the kale and place it in a large salad bowl. Drizzle with a small amount of oil (such as avocado or olive oil) and a pinch of salt. With clean hands, gently massage the kale for 3-5 minutes until it softens, darkens in color, and develops a glossy, tender texture.
  2. Add vegetables: To the massaged kale, add the julienned carrots, apple matchsticks, and finely shredded purple cabbage. Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
  3. Make the vinaigrette: Finely grate the ginger and garlic using a microplane. Place the grated ginger and garlic along with avocado oil, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper into a mason jar or salad shaker. Shake vigorously to combine the dressing thoroughly. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, honey, rice vinegar, or sesame oil to suit your preference.
  4. Assemble the slaw: Drizzle the prepared honey sesame vinaigrette over the kale slaw mixture and toss well until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
  5. Add pepitas and serve: Sprinkle the toasted pepitas on top for a crunchy texture. Serve the slaw immediately to enjoy its fresh flavors and crispness.

Notes

  • Massaging the kale softens the leaves and improves digestibility while enhancing flavor absorption.
  • Use a microplane for finely grating ginger and garlic to avoid large chunks in the vinaigrette.
  • This slaw is best served fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to one day; toss again before serving.
  • Substitute pepitas with toasted sunflower seeds or chopped nuts for variation.
  • Adjust honey quantity in the dressing for desired sweetness based on apple variety and personal taste.

Keywords: Kale slaw, apple salad, honey sesame vinaigrette, healthy salad, no cook slaw, crunchy salad, vegan option salad

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