Description
Kale Salad is a refreshing, nutrient-packed dish that bursts with flavor and color. Crisp kale meets juicy cherry tomatoes, zesty lemon, and nutty parmesan to create a delightful crunch in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, this salad is not just about greens; it’s a celebration of fresh ingredients that elevate your meals. Enjoy it as a side or make it the star of your table—once you try it, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without this vibrant salad!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse kale under cold water and dry thoroughly.
- Remove thick stems from kale and chop leaves into bite-sized pieces. Massage with olive oil and salt until tender.
- Add cherry tomatoes and red onion to the kale.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper; pour over salad.
- Toss gently to combine and top with parmesan cheese and optional pine nuts before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg