Kale Salad with Honey Pomegranate Dressing ~Something happens just before Halloween and continues until the New Year –– the calendar begins to fill up and the sugary treats seem to come out of nowhere. Many times you find yourself asking, “where did this comes from?” while looking down at your butter-soaked hand holding a fritter that you are about to consume. Between the holiday office parties, the school festivities, late night fun, and just getting together with friends –– food and drinks are always at the helm of it all. This Kale Salad with Honey Pomegranate Dressing is not just another pretty salad, this one is loaded with flavor and nutrition so you can get back on track after all of those good times that rolled you through the holiday season.
Kale –– this super green leafy cancer fighter is loaded with vitamins K, A & C, fiber, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Pomegranate Seeds –– helps reduce heart disease, is thought to reduce blood pressure and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Almonds –– one of the healthiest nuts around, high in vitamin E, Magnesium and has been associated with reducing the risk of heart disease with it’s monounsaturated fats (the same found in olive oil).
Navy Beans–– high in protein, fiber, and ferulic acid and has been known to reduce cholesterol levels.
Feta Cheese –– rich in flavor, this crumbly cheese is packed with vitamin A, calcium and riboflavin.
Place a small pan over medium to low heat and add in shallots, olive oil, honey, apple cider vinegar and pomegranate seeds. Stirring occasionally for 1-2 minutes until honey begins to dissolve. Once dissolved, remove from heat and set aside.
Place kale, beans, feta and almond slivers into a large mixing bowl. Pour pomegranate dressing over the top and gently toss together. Finish salad with cracked black pepper and serve.
10 Delicious Thanksgiving Side Dishes ~ It’s time to get ready for the most delicious season of the year … the holidays! Put on your stretchy pants and gather around the table with family and friends and let the feasting begin. My mom has taught me to never show up at someone’s house empty handed –– whether that means bringing a simple bottle of wine, showing up with a special gift, or bringing over something to add to the dinner table –– that was just how it was done. Nine times out of ten, I now tend to bring one of each of those things and Thanksgiving is certainly no exception. I have put together a list of flavor-packed dishes that I have been known to show-up with during this season. This includes everything from an easy salad to a hot and spicy dip to a delectable sweet treat. Grab a bottle of wine (or two!) and head over to your food fest with one (or three –– mom knows best!) of these dishes and let the eating begin.
I love maple anything especially during this time of year.
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Texas Pesto ~ Sometimes it’s fun to take a classic and add your own pizzazz to it. You know … switch it up a bit. This go-around I added some Texas flare to a simple pesto recipe to give it a little more kick but not too much I want to the kiddos to be […]
Strawberry Shortcake Biscuits with Coconut Whipped Cream ~ Spring is officially here and there’s a lot to celebrate. The weather is amazing in Texas right now, the roads are lined with gorgeous wild flowers, and it’s strawberry season ~ yippee! My oldest son just turned 11 –– holy moly ~ I am not sure how that […]
Hi and welcome to Local Savour! Most days I can be found in the kitchen eating and talking about food and this is where I get to share it all with you. Cheers to eating well! xo, Elizabeth
