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    Home » Salads

    Kale, Toasted Almond & Orange Salad Recipe

    Published: Mar 4, 2016 · Modified: May 2, 2022 by Dara · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 4 Comments

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    This kale salad recipe features the sweetest seasonal oranges, crunchy toasted almonds and a light Dijon vinaigrette. Plus, 5 of my favorite salad recipe ideas!
    Kale, Toasted Almond & Orange Salad Recipe + 5 Other Salad Recipes

    When people hear the term "healthy eating", salads are typically the first things that pop to mind. "Ugh, rabbit food," they say. That's understandable, considering that the first healthy food craze a couple of decades ago focused on iceberg lettuces and seemingly bizarre grains from far away places. "What is this quinoa stuff, anyways?"

    These days, we're pretty well versed in the benefits and versatility of quinoa and other whole grains, and have embraced greens such as kale, arugula and endive.

    It turns out that salads don't have to just be a plate of watery lettuce, topped with a few pieces of tomatoes and cucumbers. Using fresh, seasonal produce, they can become something so much more. Dare I say they become something we actually crave?

    This kale salad, topped with orange segments and toasted almonds, and tossed with a light Dijon vinaigrette is something that can be whipped up in a matter of minutes. I made this salad for a guest post on my friend, Lauren's blog to help out while she is recovering from a hospital stay. You can find the full recipe for the kale salad at Lauren Kelly Nutrition (and scroll down to the bottom of this post for the nutritional information and Weight Watchers SmartPoints). And while you're there, be sure to take a look around at the fantastic lineup of healthy recipes on Lauren's blog!

    This kale salad recipe features the sweetest seasonal oranges, crunchy toasted almonds and a light Dijon vinaigrette. Plus, 5 of my favorite salad recipe ideas! 156 calories and 3 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP #weightwatchers #kale #salad

    Kale & Orange Salad with Toasted Almonds

    This kale salad recipe features the sweetest seasonal oranges, crunchy toasted almonds and a light Dijon vinaigrette. Plus, 5 of my favorite salad recipe ideas!
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    Course: Salads
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 6 Servings
    Calories: 156.2kcal
    Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

    Ingredients

    The salad:

    • 4-5  large kale leaves stems removed leaves chopped (about 5 cups)
    • 3  oranges any kind
    • ¼ cup slivered almonds toasted

    The Dressing:

    • ¼  cup freshly squeezed orange juice
    • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
    • 1 teaspoons agave nectar or honey if not vegan
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
    • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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    Instructions

    • For the instructions, head to Lauren Kelly Nutrition.

    Notes

    Weight Watchers Points: 3 (Freestyle SmartPoints)

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Cup | Calories: 156.2kcal | Carbohydrates: 16.6g | Protein: 3.6g | Fat: 9.8g | Saturated Fat: 1.4g | Sodium: 111.7mg | Fiber: 4.3g | Sugar: 9.4g
    Tried this recipe?If you make this recipe, I'd love to see it on Instagram! Just use the hashtag #COOKINCANUCK and I'll be sure to find it.

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      1. naleśniki

        March 06, 2016 at 2:25 pm

        This looks amazing! Can’t wait to try it. Pinning it now!

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      2. C. Marie

        March 05, 2016 at 8:34 am

        This tasty-looking salad has me eager to head over to my farmers’ market and pick up some kale! Love the combination of ingredients.

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      3. Elaine @ Flavour and Savour

        March 04, 2016 at 9:43 am

        Oh wow! This is a perfect way to take advantage of all that specialty citrus fruit that's available now. Love it!

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      4. Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness

        March 04, 2016 at 4:32 am

        Oh delish! This salad look so refreshing 🙂 I could go for one of these lovelies today!

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