Kale Salad with Lemon Dressing
Elevate your meal with this vibrant kale salad, bursting with flavor and crunch. Fresh kale is paired with a zesty lemon dressing, sweet cherry tomatoes, and toasted nuts, creating a delightful dish that impresses at any gathering. Perfect for meal prep, this salad stays fresh for days and offers endless customization options to suit your cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Fresh Preparation
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts or almonds
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse kale under cold water, pat dry, remove tough stems, and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped kale with dressing and massage gently for 2-3 minutes until leaves soften.
- Toss in halved cherry tomatoes and toasted nuts; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately or let it sit for 10 minutes to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg