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February 17, 2026

This kale salad with orange and pumpkin is the ultimate winter salad. You can easily prepare it in advance and even keep it in the refrigerator for a few days. Serve it as a festive side dish or enjoy it as a vitamin-rich dinner with a protein source of your choice.

Kale Orange Salad
Kale Orange Salad
Kale Orange Salad
Kale Orange Salad
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Kale Orange Salad

Ingredients

Wheat and 2 other allergens identified

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Instructions

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Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F) using conventional oven settings (top and bottom heat). Wash the pumpkin thoroughly, scoop out the seeds, and cut the flesh into small cubes approximately 1 to 2 centimeters (¾ to ¾ inch). Drain the chickpeas in a colander, rinse thoroughly under running water, and then gently rub them dry with a paper towel or a clean tea towel.
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Place the pumpkin, chickpeas, and oil in a large bowl, season generously with salt and pepper, and mix well. Spread the vegetables onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast at 200°C (390°F) using conventional oven settings (top and bottom heat) for 25 to 30 minutes, until the chickpeas are crispy and the pumpkin is tender.
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Meanwhile, remove the leaves from the kale stalks, wash them thoroughly, and spin them dry. For the dressing, place all ingredients in a clean screw-top jar, seal it, and shake vigorously until a smooth dressing is formed.
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Place the kale in a large bowl with half the dressing and massage thoroughly with your hands until the leaves soften and turn a dark green color, about 3 to 5 minutes. Set the salad aside until the vegetables are ready. Meanwhile, peel and segment the orange.
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To serve, mix the roasted chickpeas, pumpkin, orange and the remaining dressing into the kale.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Massage the Kale 👐
    Massage the raw kale with a bit of olive oil and lemon juice for 2-3 minutes to break down the tough fibers and make it more tender and digestible.
  • Roast Pumpkin to Perfection 🎃
    Cut Hokkaido pumpkin into uniform cubes and roast at 425°F with a light coating of olive oil to develop caramelized edges and enhance its natural sweetness.
  • Citrus Dressing Secret 🍊
    Whisk the dressing ingredients vigorously to emulsify, ensuring the maple syrup, orange juice, and olive oil combine into a smooth, well-integrated vinaigrette.
  • Chickpea Crunch Hack 🥜
    Pat chickpeas completely dry before roasting to ensure maximum crispiness, and season with a pinch of salt and smoked paprika for extra flavor.
  • Make-Ahead Magic 🕰️
    Prepare the salad components separately and combine just before serving to maintain texture, keeping the kale crisp and pumpkin's roasted edges intact.

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Jule’s Menu

Hi, I’m Julia, and I’m the recipe developer, photographer, and author behind Jules’ Menu. I’ve spent the last eight years perfecting healthy everyday recipes so they strike the perfect balance between healthy and nourishing, simple and practical, and gourmet-level delicious.

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