Description
This Simple Kale Salad is a delightful combination of fresh kale, Parmesan cheese, almonds, and dried cranberries, all tossed in a tangy homemade dressing. It’s a perfect side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Salad:
- 2 bunches kale, washed and chopped
- Drizzle of olive oil
- Pinch of kosher salt
- 1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Prepare the kale: Remove stems and finely chop the kale. Place in a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil and salt, massage until softened.
- Assemble the salad: Drizzle the dressing over the kale, add Parmesan, nuts, and dried fruit. Toss well and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
