Best Simple Kale Salad Recipes

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EVERYDAY KALE SALAD



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This easy kale salad recipe only takes 5 minutes to make with 5 easy ingredients, and tastes great with just about everything! Feel free to adjust the proportions of any of the ingredients below to taste.

Provided by Ali

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 ounces kale, roughly chopped with thick stems removed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly-squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup freshly-grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted
fine sea salt and freshly-ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the kale, olive oil and lemon juice in a large mixing bowl. Use your fingers to massage the oil and lemon juice into the kale for about 1-2 minutes, or until the kale has softened.
  • Add the Parmesan, sliced almonds, a pinch of salt and a few twists of black pepper and toss until evenly combined. Taste and add extra salt, pepper or lemon juice, if needed.
  • Serve. Serve immediately and enjoy!

SIMPLE KALE SALAD



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This easy kale salad is an easy way to work rich, leafy greens into your everyday diet! Enjoy it as-is or add some of your favorite salad toppings. Enjoy!

Provided by Dani Spies

Categories     salad     sides

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch kale
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/8th teaspoon kosher salt
1 clove crushed garlic
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Rinse kale under cold water. Remove stems, roll leaves, and slice into thin ribbons.
  • Place kale ribbons into a salad spinner to remove any excess water. This is important if you want your dressing to adhere to the kale leaves.
  • Transfer the kale to a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil, then add salt, garlic and lemon juice.
  • Gently massage all the ingredients into the kale using your hands. If the kale is very tender, you can simply toss with tongs (no massage required!).
  • Enjoy as-is or add your favorite salad toppings.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 87 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 180 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g

THE BEST KALE SALAD



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Everyone always asks for the recipe when I bring this salad to parties. We all love it so much, my friends and I just refer to it as: 'The Kale Salad'.

Provided by Alli Shircliff

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Kale Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 bunch lacinato kale, ribs discarded and leaves cut into thin strips
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 pinches salt
¼ cup olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon maple syrup, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 carrots, grated
½ cup frozen roasted corn (such as Trader Joe's®), thawed
¼ cup crushed tortilla chips
¼ cup dry-roasted almonds, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons grated smoked white cheese (such as Beecher's® Smoked Flagship)
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped

Steps:

  • Place kale in a large serving bowl; add 1 teaspoon olive oil and 2 pinches salt. Gently massage the oil and salt into kale. Set aside to allow kale to soften, about 10 minutes.
  • Combine 1/4 cup olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper in a plastic or glass container with a lid. Cover container and vigorously shake until dressing is light yellow and evenly combined.
  • Layer carrots, roasted corn, tortilla chips, almonds, and smoked cheese on top of kale. Drizzle dressing over salad. Mix salad using tongs to evenly distribute. Gently stir eggs into salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.7 g, Cholesterol 110.3 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 378.4 mg, Sugar 4 g

KALE SALAD



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I love making meals that wow everyone. The flavor and nutrition in this kale salad set it apart from other 30-minute creations. -Gina Myers, Spokane, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 cups sliced kale (about 1 bunch)
1 medium apple, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup salted pumpkin seeds or pepitas

Steps:

  • Place kale in a large bowl. With clean hands, massage kale until leaves become soft and darkened, 2-3 minutes; stir in apple., In a small bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper until blended. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and pumpkin seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 381mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WORLD'S BEST KALE SALAD



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Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 bunch kale (about 12 ounces), trimmed and chopped (about 14 cups)
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients. Place kale in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Top with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SIMPLEST KALE SALAD



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Memorize this classic, cheesy, massaged kale salad and make it your go-to side for any family dinner.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Salad     Kale     Lemon Juice     Honey     Cheese     Parmesan     Side     Kid-Friendly     Small Plates     Quick and Healthy     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
6 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 Tbsp. honey
1 tsp. kosher salt
2 bunches curly kale (about 1 lb.), rinsed, ribs and stems removed, leaves torn into 1"-1 1/2" pieces
2 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about 1 cup), plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, lemon juice, honey, and salt in a large bowl. Add kale and toss to coat. Massage with your hands until leaves are shiny and dark green. Toss in Parmesan. Transfer salad to a platter. Top with more Parmesan before serving.

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