Recipe developed by: Renée Kohlman from Sweetsugarbean
This fresh, colourful Hearty Winter Salad with Candied Pumpkin Seeds in a Maple Mustard Vinaigrette is made with sturdy vegetables and seasonal fruit. Not only do the candied pumpkin seeds provide a welcome crunch, they’re great for snacking on too!
To prepare the candied pumpkin seeds: Combine the pumpkin seeds, maple syrup, mustard and salt in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Stir frequently until toasted and sticky, about 6 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool.
In a large bowl, add the chopped kale, olive oil and salt. Use your hands to massage the kale for about 2 minutes, until it’s softened and a deep green colour. Add in the shredded Brussels sprouts and toss well.
Arrange the kale and sprouts on a large platter or in individual bowls. Top with slices of orange, goat cheese, red onion (removed from the water), pomegranate arils and candied pumpkin seeds.
Prepare the dressing: In a jam jar or glass jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the ingredients. Shake vigorously. Drizzle over the salad. Serve immediately.
Serving Size 1 cup (250 mL)
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 560
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 41g64%
- Saturated Fat 10g50%
- Cholesterol 20mg7%
- Sodium 780mg33%
- Potassium 500mg15%
- Total Carbohydrate 28g10%
- Dietary Fiber 6g24%
- Sugars 17g
- Protein 17g34%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
Directions
To prepare the candied pumpkin seeds: Combine the pumpkin seeds, maple syrup, mustard and salt in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Stir frequently until toasted and sticky, about 6 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool.
In a large bowl, add the chopped kale, olive oil and salt. Use your hands to massage the kale for about 2 minutes, until it’s softened and a deep green colour. Add in the shredded Brussels sprouts and toss well.
Arrange the kale and sprouts on a large platter or in individual bowls. Top with slices of orange, goat cheese, red onion (removed from the water), pomegranate arils and candied pumpkin seeds.
Prepare the dressing: In a jam jar or glass jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the ingredients. Shake vigorously. Drizzle over the salad. Serve immediately.