Grilled Kale, Fig and Apple Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
35%
Grilled Kale, Fig and Apple Salad
30 min.
6
277kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of our Grilled Kale, Fig, and Apple Salad, a delightful dish that perfectly balances health and taste. This vegetarian and gluten-free salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a nourishing option for any meal. With its unique combination of grilled kale, sweet figs, and crisp apples, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends.

In just 30 minutes, you can create a stunning side dish that serves six, making it ideal for gatherings or a cozy dinner at home. The smoky char from the grill enhances the natural sweetness of the figs and apples, while the kale and radicchio add a satisfying crunch. Topped with toasted hazelnuts and crumbled goat cheese, this salad offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors that will leave everyone wanting more.

Drizzled with a homemade apple vinaigrette, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. The combination of healthy fats from the olive oil and the natural sweetness from honey and figs makes it a guilt-free indulgence. Whether served as an antipasti, starter, or snack, this Grilled Kale, Fig, and Apple Salad is a versatile dish that will elevate any dining experience. Get ready to impress your guests with this exquisite and wholesome salad!

Ingredients

  • 0.7 cup olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • tablespoon balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • bunches kale fresh
  • small head radicchio thinly halved
  •  figs halved
  •  apples sliced
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • teaspoon balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup hazelnuts toasted chopped
  • oz goat cheese crumbled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • blender
  • grill
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill.
  2. In blender, place Apple Vinaigrette ingredients. Cover; blend until thoroughly mixed. Set aside.
  3. Immerse kale leaves in saucepan of boiling water; cook 3 minutes.
  4. Remove kale; dry on paper towels.
  5. In large bowl, toss kale, radicchio, figs and apples with 2 teaspoons olive oil and 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar.
  6. Using tongs, place kale leaves, radicchio halves, figs and apples on grill over medium heat. Cook kale and radicchio about 2 minutes or until edges are charred, turning once; cook figs and apples 3 to 5 minutes.
  7. Remove kale leaves from grill; arrange on serving platter. Chop radicchio; sprinkle over kale. Top with figs and apples.
  8. Sprinkle with hazelnuts and cheese.
  9. Serve salad with vinaigrette on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories277kcal
Protein8.71%
Fat43.36%
Carbs47.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
60.71
Glycemic Load
14.1
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
20.502608491027%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
33.2mg
Delphinidin
1.92mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
1.38mg
Epigallocatechin
0.3mg
Epicatechin
4.75mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.17mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
9.6mg
Isorhamnetin
10.23mg
Kaempferol
20.36mg
Quercetin
21.92mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:277.37kcal
13.87%
Fat:14.07g
21.65%
Saturated Fat:3.95g
24.71%
Carbohydrates:35g
11.67%
Net Carbohydrates:30.03g
10.92%
Sugar:28.69g
31.88%
Cholesterol:8.69mg
2.9%
Sodium:295.44mg
12.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.36g
12.73%
Vitamin K:240.53µg
229.08%
Vitamin A:4612.53IU
92.25%
Vitamin C:46.34mg
56.17%
Manganese:0.79mg
39.6%
Fiber:4.97g
19.87%
Copper:0.38mg
19.14%
Vitamin E:2.66mg
17.77%
Calcium:166.3mg
16.63%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
16.15%
Folate:54µg
13.5%
Potassium:436.92mg
12.48%
Phosphorus:111.2mg
11.12%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.03%
Iron:1.81mg
10.08%
Magnesium:39.36mg
9.84%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.58%
Zinc:0.75mg
4.99%
Vitamin B3:0.96mg
4.79%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.32%
Selenium:1.51µg
2.15%