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Kale and Almond Salad with Lemon and Parmesan

Kale and Almond Salad with Lemon and Parmesan Bliss

This Kale and Almond Salad with Lemon and Parmesan is a quick, nutritious dish bursting with flavors and textures.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 bunch Kale Can substitute with spinach or arugula
  • 1/2 cup Slivered Almonds Can use pecans or walnuts
  • 1 medium Shallot Red onion may be used in lesser quantity
For the Vinaigrette
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh juice is recommended
  • 1 tablespoon White Wine Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Can use nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • salad spinner

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the kale under cool running water, shake off excess water, trim the stems, and chop leaves into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast slivered almonds for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine kale and toasted almonds, tossing gently to mix.
  4. In a smaller bowl, whisk together minced shallot, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, and olive oil until well-blended.
  5. Pour vinaigrette over kale and almond mixture and gently toss until leaves are coated.
  6. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the salad and toss lightly to distribute.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste and let rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh, and vinaigrette should be stored separately until serving for optimal crispness.

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