Lupin Free Pomegranate & Mint Beet Kale Slaw
This vibrant slaw is a feast for the eyes before it even hits the table — deep ruby beets, jewel-like pomegranate arils, and dark ribbons of lacinato kale all piled together in one stunning bowl. Massaging the kale with olive oil is the quiet trick that transforms it from tough and bitter to silky and almost sweet, making it genuinely enjoyable to eat raw. The honey-lemon dressing gets a warm, golden depth from turmeric and ginger, tying the earthy beets and bright pomegranate into something that tastes far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. Toasted pumpkin seeds add a satisfying crunch and a nutty richness that rounds out every bite. For anyone navigating lupin sensitivities, this recipe is naturally in the clear — every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, with no flour blends, legume-based fillers, or processed shortcuts to second-guess. It works beautifully as a side dish alongside grilled proteins or grain bowls, and it actually holds up in the fridge for a few hours, making it a smart choice for meal prep or entertaining.
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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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