Kale Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
This vibrant kale salad is a delightful medley of flavors and textures, featuring fresh kale tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette, complemented by crunchy nuts and sweet cherry tomatoes. Perfect for any occasion, this dish transforms the humble green into a star attraction that even salad skeptics will adore. Enjoy it as a refreshing side or a light meal, and impress your guests with its stunning presentation and bold taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/3 cup toasted almonds or walnuts
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the kale thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry and tear into bite-sized pieces, discarding tough stems.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until combined.
- In a large bowl, combine the kale and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with the dressing and massage gently into the kale.
- Add cucumber slices and diced avocado; top with toasted nuts.
- Toss everything together before serving chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (235g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg