Wheat Free Cilantro-Lime Swiss Chard and Apple Salad
Bright, zesty, and packed with texture, this leafy salad brings together tender Swiss chard ribbons, crisp apple slices, and a punchy cilantro-lime dressing that tastes anything but ordinary. The combination of tart lime juice, warm cumin, and fresh cilantro creates a dressing that's bold enough to stand up to the earthy chard without overpowering the sweetness of the apple. Toasting the pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet for just a couple of minutes adds a satisfying crunch and a nutty depth that ties the whole bowl together. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of wheat and gluten-containing grains, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it just works as written. If you like a little heat, the optional jalapeño nudges the dressing into seriously craveable territory. This is the kind of salad that converts people who think greens are boring, and it comes together fast enough to land on a weeknight table without any stress.
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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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