Kale, Feta and Watermelon Salad
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Kale, Feta and Watermelon Salad
Description
This salad pairs fresh curly kale, which is chopped and well-washed, with diced watermelon and crumbled feta cheese. The greens are dressed in a vinaigrette made from olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, crushed garlic, and seasoning with salt and black pepper. After mixing the kale with the dressing, watermelon and feta are folded in carefully to maintain texture. Pecans are added on top for a nutty crunch.
The resulting dish offers a refreshing combination of the sweetness and juiciness of watermelon, the savory saltiness from the feta cheese, and the slight bitter chew of kale. The garlic and vinegar dressing adds brightness, while the lemon juice provides acidity to balance flavors. The pecans bring a crunchy texture that contrasts with the tender ingredients.
This salad can serve as a side dish or light meal, providing a mixture of flavors and textures suitable for warm weather or as a complement to grilled foods. Variations can be made by substituting the feta for grilled halloumi or adding herbs like fresh mint. The salad is versatile and can be adjusted to preference with additions such as olives or crisp vegetables for extra texture.
If a sweeter dressing is desired, balsamic vinegar or a drizzle of pomegranate molasses may be used instead of apple cider vinegar. Grilled watermelon can also be used to alter the flavor and texture, adding a smoky note. The components can be combined shortly before serving to keep the salad fresh and vibrant.
Ingredients
- 100 g curly kale chopped
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 lemon (juice only)
- 2 garlic crushed, clove
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 10 pecans crumbled
- 280 g watermelon diced
- 60 g feta cheese
Instructions
- Roughly chop 100 g Curly kale, wash well and put into a large bowl.
- Add 2 tablespoon Olive oil, 2 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar, juice of 0.5 Lemon, 2 Garlic clove and 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper to the kale and mix well.
- Add 280 g watermelon and 60 g Feta and gently mix.
- Serve into a bowl and top with the 10 Pecans (crumbled).
Notes
- Substitute grilled halloumi for feta for a meatier texture and more filling salad.
- Grilled watermelon adds a smoky flavor and firmer texture when used instead of raw watermelon.
- Adding fresh mint or olives can enhance the flavor balance with freshness or saltiness.
- For extra crunch and freshness, include cucumber or celery in the salad.
- Swap apple cider vinegar with balsamic vinegar or drizzle pomegranate molasses for sweeter dressings.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 138 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 138kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 210mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 174mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 2950IU | 59% |
| Vitamin C | 47.9mg | 53% |
| Calcium | 90mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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