Yes, I said it and I mean it! Any time I have a family dinner or friends come over, this is the salad I love to make. It has all the textures and flavors you’re looking for in a salad and it’s unique compared to most salads thanks to the snap peas, bulgur and delicious homemade dressing. But I get it if you’re not a fan of kale, (err, like my husband!) You can use a different leafy green or try my shaved brussels sprouts salad, chicken salad with sesame dressing or this healthy beet salad.
Kale: I use the common curly kale for this salad. You can use your favorite, or any other leafy green options: Romaine, spinach, arugula, butter lettuce, spring mix, iceberg, etc. Blueberries: It wouldn’t be a kale blueberry salad without some blueberries! Other fruits that work well in this salad are strawberries and pears. Feta cheese: I love this salad with big hunks of feta, but you can also use small mozzarella balls, parmesan cheese, or bleu cheese. Omit cheese for a vegan salad or use your favorite vegan cheese. Bulgur: The earthy, nutty flavors compliment this salad so well. Feel free to use quinoa, farro, or wild rice if you can’t find bulgur in your local store.
Pecans: walnuts, pine nuts, sun flower seeds, or pistachios are all great options too. Dressing: this shallot dressing is made with red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and honey. Simply delicious! If you would like to make this dressing vegan friendly, you can use date paste, coconut nectar, agave nectar, maple syrup or bee free honey instead of the honey in the dressing.
