Description
A fresh, nutritious salad featuring kale, sweet dried cranberries, and a tangy vinaigrette, perfect for a light lunch or side dish.
Ingredients
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- 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Place chopped kale in a large bowl. Massage the kale with clean hands for 1-2 minutes until it becomes tender.
- Add dried cranberries, sunflower seeds or nuts, and feta cheese to the kale.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Massaging the kale helps reduce bitterness and improves texture.
- Feel free to add sliced apples or quinoa for more texture and nutrition.
- Feta can be omitted or replaced with a vegan alternative for a dairy-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
