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Strawberry Kale Salad
5 from 21 votes

Strawberry Kale Salad

This Strawberry Kale Salad combines tender massaged kale with sweet chopped strawberries, crunchy candied walnuts, and tender blanched asparagus. A homemade balsamic dressing ties the ingredients together with tangy and slightly sweet flavors, while crumbled feta cheese adds a salty, creamy finish. The salad’s texture is bright and varied, suitable as a side or a light meal, with customizable ingredient amounts.

Prep Time
20 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 394 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2-4 cups kale chopped, removed from stem
  • 2 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
  • pinch salt
  • 1 cup strawberries chopped
  • ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/2-3/4 cup walnuts candied
  • 10 asparagus blanched, spears
HOMEMADE BALSAMIC DRESSING
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2-3 TBSP balsamic vinegar or to taste
  • 1 TBSP red wine vinegar
  • 1 TBSP Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 clove garlic smashed and minced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

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  1. After washing and drying your kale, remove the ribs/stem from each kale leaf.
  2. Tear or chop the kale into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Pour a little olive oil in your hands and work your way through the kale, massaging the leaves until they darken in color and tenderize.
  4. Finish it off with a pinch of salt and combine with strawberries, candied walnuts, and asparagus.
  5. For the dressing, add all ingredients to a mason jar and shake well. Drizzle as desired over your salad. Leftover dressing can be kept tightly sealed in the fridge for several days.
  6. Top with feta and dig in!

Notes

  • The recipe yields two side salads or one large serving, adjust fruit, nuts, and cheese to preference.
  • Massaging the kale with olive oil and salt helps soften its texture and mellow bitterness.
  • Homemade dressing can be stored sealed in the refrigerator for several days.
  • Feel free to customize with additional fruits, vegetables, or nuts for variety and quantity.

Nutrition Information

Calories 394kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 29g (45%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 17mg (6%) Sodium 362mg (15%) Potassium 601mg (13%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 14g (28%) Vitamin A 7377IU (148%) Vitamin C 127mg (141%) Calcium 240mg (24%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 394

% Daily Value*

Calories 394kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 27g 9%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 29g 45%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 17mg 6%
Sodium 362mg 15%
Potassium 601mg 13%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 14g 28%
Vitamin A 7377IU 148%
Vitamin C 127mg 141%
Calcium 240mg 24%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.