With fall bringing cooler evenings, there is nothing like tucking into a nice cozy salad with apples and beets.
By LAURA FRANKELBeet salad(photo credit: Courtesy)
Just because there is a slight chill in the air doesn’t mean you cannot eat a healthy and refreshing salad.Take advantage of the season by using crispy apples, earthy beets and super healthy kale.I like to add crunchy walnuts and pomegranate seeds to my fall salads for extra texture and color.Tangy Autumn Apple and Beet Salad Serves 62 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar1 small shallot, minced1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 large firm apple, cored and cut into matchstick pieces2 medium beets, roasted, peeled and diced¼ cup dried cranberries¼ cup raisins3 cups kale, shreddedKosher salt and freshly cracked pepperGarnishes: pomegranate seeds, toasted walnuts1. In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil, vinegar, shallot and mustard together until emulsified.2. Toss the apple and beets in the vinaigrette. This will keep the apple from turning brown.3. Arrange the remaining ingredients on a platter or serving bowl and toss together with the vinaigrette and apple mixture.4. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and walnuts if using.
