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Warm Kale Salad

When it’s even mildly cold outside, all I want is warm and cozy foods so I've created this Warm Kale Salad, the perfect salad dish that still keeps things cozy for winter. Welcome to your new favorite winter salad! I’ve been making different versions of this Warm Kale Salad over the past year and every time I’m blown away how GOOD it is!

Warm Kale Salad

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  1. Step 1

    To roast the butternut squash, heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place the squash on a large baking sheet and toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Roast for 15-20 minutes, tossing halfway through. It is done once fork tender

  2. Step 2

    To make the dressing, heat the remaining 3 tablespoons of oil in a medium saute pan over medium heat. Once hot, add in the onion and saute for about 5 minutes. Add in the garlic, salt and maple syrup and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Transfer the onion mixture to a blender, add in the balsamic vinegar, and blend until mostly smooth.

  4. Step 4

    Add the chopped kale to a large bowl, pour the dressing over top, and massage the dressing into the kale. Massage for a couple of minutes until all of the kale is coated with the dressing and a rich dark green color. Do not skip the massage! It makes the kale much softer and a lot tastier.

  5. Step 5

    Gently toss in the butternut squash, pine nuts, and goat cheese. Serve immediately and ENJOY!

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I’m Brita! I’m the writer, photographer, videography, cookbook author, and chef around these parts. I’ve enjoyed testing and creating new recipes and sharing them with you! I have one simple goal: to help you cook more wholesome, simple and DELICIOUS meat free recipes whether you’re vegetarian, vegan, or a carnivore looking to incorporate more veggie forward recipes into your life!

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