Ingredients
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- 6 cups Kale (Fresh, preferably Lacinato or curly kale, chopped into bite-sized pieces)
- 1/4 cup Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed for best flavor)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (Finely grated, high-quality Parmesan)
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil (Extra virgin olive oil)
- 1 clove Garlic (Minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt (Sea salt, adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon Pepper (Freshly ground black pepper)
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (Halved, optional for sweetness and color)
- 1 whole Avocado (Diced, optional for creaminess)
Instructions
- Wash the kale leaves under cold water, remove the stems, and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Transfer the chopped kale into a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the kale and massage it into the leaves for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and toss gently to combine.
- If using, fold in the cherry tomatoes and diced avocado gently.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then serve immediately or let sit for 10-15 minutes to enhance flavors.
Notes
Try adding nuts or seeds for extra crunch and nutrition. It’s best to consume the salad within 1-2 days if stored in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg