Ingredients
– 4 cups fresh kale, chopped (stems removed)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– ½ cup cucumber, diced
– ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
– ½ cup carrots, shredded
– ¼ cup olive oil
– 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Creating this Easy Kale Salad with Fresh Lemon Dressing is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Kale: Wash and chop the kale into bite-sized pieces. Remove the tough stems and place the kale in a large salad bowl.
2. Massage the Kale: Drizzle a little olive oil over the kale and massage it with your hands for 1-2 minutes. This helps to soften the leaves and enhances the flavor.
3. Add Vegetables: Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and shredded carrots to the bowl with the kale.
4. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
5. Combine Salad and Dressing: Pour the lemon dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
6. Let it Marinate: Allow the salad to sit for 10-15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
7. Serve: Give the salad a final toss and serve it fresh as a side dish or light meal.
These simple steps will guide you in creating this incredible salad effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: To make this salad more filling, consider adding grilled chicken, chickpeas, or quinoa.