Jenner’s Vibrant Fall Kale & Wild Rice Salad
Welcome the flavors of autumn with Jenner’s Vibrant Fall Kale & Wild Rice Salad, a fresh and hearty dish featured in Episode 1 of At Home With the Jenners. This delicious salad is crafted with nutrient-packed kale, earthy wild rice, and garden-fresh herbs like basil and dill—all hand-picked from Cayley and Brandon Jenner’s own garden. Together, these ingredients create a satisfying and colorful dish that’s perfect for fall.
The star of this salad is the citrus herb dressing, a tangy, zesty blend that brightens every bite. Made with citrus champagne vinegar, a touch of Dijon mustard, fresh lemon, and dried oregano, the dressing is both refreshing and bold, balancing the hearty textures of wild rice and kale with a vibrant, aromatic flavor. Each bite offers a delightful mix of crisp kale, chewy wild rice, and the bold zing of citrus dressing, making this salad as energizing as it is delicious.
Jenner’s Fall Kale & Wild Rice Salad is perfect as a main dish for lunch or as a festive side for dinner gatherings, adding a touch of seasonal color and flavor to your table. This salad combines simple, wholesome ingredients to create a meal that’s not only nutritious but also bursting with autumn-inspired flavors.
Watch Cayley and Brandon prepare this beautiful salad on At Home With the Jenners on UnchainedTV, and scroll down for the full recipe to bring this delightful taste of fall into your own kitchen!
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Jenner's Kale Wild Rice Salad
Ingredients
Salad Base
- 1 large bunch fresh kale stems removed and finely chopped
- 2 cups cooked wild rice
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh dill roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup pecans
- 2 celery stalks finely chopped
Citrus Herb Dressing
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 teaspoon citrus champagne vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chopped kale, cooked wild rice, fresh herbs, cranberries, pecans, and celery.
- For the dressing: Combine all dressing ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid.
- Shake vigorously until well combined.
- Start by adding half the dressing to the salad, toss well.
- Add more dressing as needed, tasting as you go.
- Let sit for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Massage kale leaves gently when washing to help tenderize
- Can be made ahead and stored in refrigerator for up to 24 hours
