Gut Friendly Cilantro-Lime Swiss Chard and Apple Salad
Bright, zesty, and packed with texture, this salad brings together tender Swiss chard ribbons, crisp apple slices, and a punchy cilantro-lime dressing that makes every bite feel alive. Swiss chard is a leafy green that's gentle on the digestive system and loaded with fiber, making it a smart foundation for anyone focused on keeping their gut happy. The fresh lime juice and raw honey in the dressing add just the right balance of tang and sweetness without relying on anything processed or hard to digest. Toasted pumpkin seeds bring a satisfying crunch along with a dose of plant-based goodness that rounds out the whole bowl. The optional jalapeño gives you a little heat if you want it, but the salad is equally vibrant without it. Everything comes together quickly — just a quick toast on the seeds, a whisk of the dressing, and a good toss — so you're not spending a lot of time in the kitchen to get something genuinely nourishing on the table.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 1 large bunch swiss chard (about 10 oz), stems removed, leaves thinly sliced into ribbons
- 1 large crisp apple (such as honeycrisp or granny smith), cored and thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely minced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat a small dry skillet over medium heat. Add the pumpkin seeds and toast, stirring frequently, until they begin to pop and turn golden, about 2–3 minutes. Watch closely, as they can brown quickly. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, honey, cumin, salt, pepper, and jalapeño, if using, until the dressing is well combined and slightly emulsified.
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