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kale salad with lemon vinaigrette

Kale Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

A refreshing and nutritious kale salad tossed with a zesty lemon vinaigrette, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Kale Salad Ingredients
  • 1 bunch Kale Remove tough stems and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved for sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Cucumber Diced for crunch.
  • 1/4 cup Red onion Thinly sliced for sharpness.
  • 1/4 cup Feta cheese Crumbled for creaminess.
  • 1/4 cup Walnuts Roughly chopped for healthy fats.
Lemon Vinaigrette Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil Base of the vinaigrette.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice Adds brightness to the dressing.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard For tanginess.
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.

Equipment

  • Salad bowl
  • Small bowl
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

  1. Wash the kale leaves thoroughly under cold water, remove tough stems, and chop into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and season with salt and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and walnuts to the bowl with kale.
  4. Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss until all ingredients are well coated.
  5. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional ingredients like avocado, roasted chickpeas, or seasonal fruits.