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Holiday Kale Fennel SlawHoliday Kale Fennel SlawServes: 8 | Serving Size: 1/2 cupIngredients: 2 cups raw baby kale or black kale, thinly sliced2 cups thinly sliced raw fennel1/2 cup dried cranberries1 tablespoon chopped mint2 tablespoons toasted walnut pieces1/2 cup orange wedges3 tablespoons poppy seed dressingPinch of cinnamonBlack pepper to tasteDirections:Mix all ingredients in a large bowl until well combined.Serve in an attractive bowl or on individual plates.Nutrition Information:Serves 8. Each serving contains 66 calories, 3 g fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 1 mg cholesterol, 82 mg sodium, 9 g carbohydrate, 2 g dietary fiber, 1 g sugar, and 2 g protein.Each serving has 53% DV vitamin A, 56% DV vitamin C, 4% DV calcium, and 5% DV iron.Chef’s Tips:You can make this up to a day ahead of time.To do so, assemble all vegetables, fruit, and nuts in a covered bowl or container. Leave the dressing off until you’re ready to serve the dish.Add the dressing right before you serve the salad. Top it with a dash of cinnamon and a bit of black pepper.This holiday salad is bright with green and red. It’s a great starter for a holiday meal, or a fun dish to bring to a party or pot luck.