Pear, Pecan, and Kale Salad

 We all know Kale is good for us. It's a powerful vegetable.

In just one cup of kale, your body receives a big dose of Vitamin K and A along with a punch of antioxidants.

This salad is flavorful, healthy, and so easy to throw together with kale, feta, pecans & grapes! Top it off with olive oil and your body will thank you!

Salad

• 4 cups Kale, massaged
• 1 Tbsp. Garlic Extra Virgin Olive Oil (for massaging Kale)
• 1/4 cup Pecans
• 1/4 cup Feta cheese crumbled
• 1/4 cup Grapes, sliced
• 1 Pear, sliced

 Dressing

• 1/4 cup Garlic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 2 Tbsp. Marc de Champagne Vinegar
• 1 Tbsp. Maple Syrup
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 Tsp. fresh Thyme
• Kosher salt and pepper

 Directions

1. Remove the stems from the kale, and tear up with your hands into bite-size pieces. Place in a large bowl.
2. Drizzle 1 Tbsp. of olive oil and massage kale for 3-5 minutes to soften.
3. Arrange the pecans, feta cheese, grapes, and pears on top of the kale.
4. To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, maple syrup, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour the dressing over the kale and toss well to combine.