Kale Salad with Lemon Dressing
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Kale Salad with Lemon Dressing
Description
Kale Salad with Lemon Dressing offers a fresh take on kale by removing fibrous stems and massaging the leaves to soften their texture and mellow their flavor. The salad combines grated Parmesan and slivered almonds for both savory richness and crunch. The lemon dressing of fresh lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and Dijon mustard brings a bright, tangy layer that complements the hearty greens. Massaging the kale helps reduce bitterness, making the leaves more enjoyable raw.
The dressing is whisked to emulsify the flavors and is tossed with the kale, almonds, and cheese just before serving, allowing customization of dressing amounts. This salad can serve as a light meal or a vibrant side dish alongside poultry or fish.
Optional additions like dried cranberries or alternative nuts such as pumpkin seeds or pecans can add different textures and sweetness, adapting the salad to personal taste.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces kale fibrous stems (in the middle of the leaf) removed
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- ½ cup almonds slivered
For the dressing:
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh squeezed
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic grated
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Remove the fibrous stems from the kale leaves, leaving just the greens.
- Place the leaves on top of each other and massage with your hands (like you are kneading bread) for about three to five minutes. It may sound strange but it gets rid of the notorious bitterness.
- Break or cut the kale into bite size pieces.
- For the dressing, add all ingredients to a bowl and whisk together until combined.
- Place the kale into a large bowl and top with sliced almonds and Parmesan cheese.
- Pour some of the dressing over top and toss to combine. (using more or less as desired)
Notes
- Try adding dried cranberries for a touch of sweetness.
- Replace almonds with pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, or roasted pecans for different textures.
- Add other preferred salad ingredients to customize the flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 281 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 281kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 227mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 389mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 5770IU | 115% |
| Vitamin C | 71mg | 79% |
| Calcium | 259mg | 26% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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