Kale Salad Recipe

Name: Kale Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 head of kale; juice of 1/2 lemon; pinch of salt; 1 tsp of olive; Dressing; 1/2 avocado; 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; juice of 1 lemon; 1/2 tbsp maple syrup; Toppings; 6 dried figs (or fresh figs); 3 tbsp hemp seeds; 1/2 cup pecans, chopped (optional); pinch of black pepper

Servings: persons

1 head of kale
juice of 1/2 lemon
pinch of salt
1 tsp of olive
Dressing
1/2 avocado
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
juice of 1 lemon
1/2 tbsp maple syrup
Toppings
6 dried figs (or fresh figs)
3 tbsp hemp seeds
1/2 cup pecans, chopped (optional)
pinch of black pepper

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1.Rinse kale leaves and use a salad spinner to spin dry or pat dry
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2.Remove stems and veins from each leaf and cut leaves into small strips and place in bowl.
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3.Add lemon juice, salt and olive oil to leaves and massage thoroughly with hands.
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4.Set aside
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5.Place all dressing ingredients in a blender or food processer and mix until well combined.
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6.Toss kale leaves with dressing. Add a little at a time so you don't overdress.
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7.Chop figs into small pieces and add to salad.
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8.If using nuts add to salad.
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9.Sprinkle with hemp seeds
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10.Add a twist of ground black pepper
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11.Give it a light toss and serve

265

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 head of kale, juice of 1/2 lemon, pinch of salt, 1 tsp of olive, and more.

Yes, Kale Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Kale Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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