Citric Acid Free Pomegranate & Mint Beet Kale Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a showstopper on any table — earthy raw beets, massaged lacinato kale, jewel-bright pomegranate arils, and toasted pepitas all coming together in one deeply satisfying bowl. The dressing leans on fresh lemon juice, raw honey, and a touch of apple cider vinegar to deliver brightness and balance without relying on any processed citric acid additives that sneak into so many store-bought dressings and packaged salad kits. Massaging the kale with olive oil before tossing everything together is the move that transforms it from tough and bitter to silky and almost sweet — don't skip that step. Ground turmeric and ginger give the dressing a warm, golden depth that plays beautifully against the cool mint and the pop of the pomegranate. Toasting the pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet until they start to jump and turn golden adds a nutty crunch that makes every bite feel intentional. The whole thing holds up well in the fridge for a few hours, making it a smart choice for meal prep or a make-ahead side — just hold the seeds until you're ready to serve so they stay perfectly crisp.
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4 servings
For the slaw
- 1 bunch lacinato kale (about 8 oz), stems removed, leaves very thinly sliced
- 2 medium raw beets (about 10 oz total), peeled and coarsely grated
- ¾ cup pomegranate arils
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
- ⅓ cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Place the sliced kale in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle 1 tbsp of the olive oil over the kale and massage with your hands for about 2 minutes, until the leaves soften, darken slightly, and reduce in volume by about a third.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, honey, apple cider vinegar, turmeric, ginger, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and uniform in color.
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