Kale Salad Recipe

Name: Kale Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 bunches kale; 1 large red onion, thin slice; 3 garlic cloves, pressed; 8 brown button mushrooms, tops only sliced (can use white button); 8 cherry tomatoes, cut in half; 1 small tart apple, cut into matchsticks; ½ cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; ¼ teaspoon kosher salt (optional); 3 limes; fresh ground pepper (optional)

Servings: persons

2 bunches kale
1 large red onion, thin slice
3 garlic cloves, pressed
8 brown button mushrooms, tops only sliced (can use white button)
8 cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 small tart apple, cut into matchsticks
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon kosher salt (optional)
3 limes
fresh ground pepper (optional)

1
TO MAKE:.
2
Wash kale well and dry between towels.
3
Remove tough stems.
4
Slice or tear apart and place in salad bowl.
5
In small bowl, whisk together, garlic, mustard, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
6
Add the juice of one lime to this and whisk to make dressing.
7
Place onions, mushrooms and apple with kale greens.
8
Pour dressing over and toss.
9
Refrigerate until ready to serve.
10
TO SERVE:.
11
Add sliced tomatoes just before serving.
12
Squeeze two limes over salad and toss.
13
Now -- ENJOY!

527

kcal

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 bunches kale, 1 large red onion, thin slice, 3 garlic cloves, pressed, 8 brown button mushrooms, tops only sliced (can use white button), 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

My Personal Notes

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