Crunchy Kohlrabi & Apple Salad with Fresh Turmeric
This kohlrabi apple salad highlights ingredients that work well together nutritionally. Kohlrabi and apple provide fiber supporting digestion, while fresh turmeric contributes curcumin and other antioxidant plant compounds. Olive oil helps improve the absorption of these compounds, creating a simple salad that supports steady energy and plant diversity.
Ingredients
Salad
- 1 kohlrabi
- 1 apple
- 1 fresh turmeric root adjust amount to taste
Dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp apple vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel the kohlrabi and cut it into thin slices or small rectangles. Slice the apple into bite-sized pieces about the same size as the kohlrabi, or slightly smaller for balance. Peel the fresh turmeric root and slice it very thinly or finely chop it. Place everything together in a bowl.
- In a small bowl whisk olive oil, lemon juice, apple vinegar, salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix gently so everything is evenly coated.
- Let the salad rest for about 10 minutes before serving so the flavors combine while the vegetables remain crisp and fresh.
Notes
Plant-Based Protein Boost: Add a handful of chickpeas, white beans, or toasted pumpkin seeds to gently increase plant protein and make the salad more satisfying.
Make It a Complete Meal: Serve the salad with cooked quinoa, lentils, or grilled tofu to turn the dish into a more balanced and sustaining meal.