Kale Salad with Roasted Vegetables and Crispy Lentils - Two Peas & Their Pod

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It is the perfect fall and winter salad.The kale forms the hearty, nutrient-packed base of the salad.The roasted vegetables bring warmth and depth to the salad.

I like to use butternut squash and Brussels sprouts (but any roasted vegetables would be good).Roasting them brings out their natural sweetness and adds a caramelized, slightly smoky flavor.For a protein boost, I add crispy lentils.

They are a key element in this salad, offering a satisfying crunch.To achieve crispiness, cooked lentils (often green or brown) are roasted in the oven until golden and crispy.Their texture contrast