Kale Salad
A fresh, healthy kale salad with a lemony vinaigrette, topped with avocado, nuts, and optional feta cheese.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
Salad
- 6 cups kale chopped and stems removed
- 1/4 cup red onion finely sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts such as almonds, walnuts, or pecans
- 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled, optional
Dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup for vegan
- 1/2 tsp salt to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, massage the kale with your hands for 1-2 minutes to soften it.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the kale and toss to coat evenly.
- Top with diced avocado, red onion, nuts, and crumbled feta (if using).
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 5-10 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Notes
For added protein, you can top with grilled chicken or chickpeas. This salad is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 270mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1300IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2.5mg
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