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Kale Salad with Lemon Dressing

This kale salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that comes together quickly. The bright lemon dressing perfectly complements the hearty kale, making it an ideal side or light main course.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Ingredients
  

For the Salad

  • 1 bunch kale około 200 g, posiekany
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 large cucumber diced
  • 0.25 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled

For the Lemon Dressing

  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.125 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

Prepare the Kale

  • Wash and thoroughly dry the kale, then remove the tough stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
  • Place the chopped kale in a large bowl and massage it for 2-3 minutes with clean hands until it softens and becomes tender.

Prepare the Dressing

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Assemble the Salad

  • Add the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl with the massaged kale.
  • Pour the lemon dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
  • Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate for a short period to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

For extra crunch, you can add toasted nuts or seeds like almonds or sunflower seeds. You can also add grilled chicken or chickpeas for a more substantial meal.