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Lemon Parmesan Kale Salad

Zesty Lemon Parmesan Kale Salad in 15 Minutes Flat

This Lemon Parmesan Kale Salad is a quick and vibrant dish that combines fresh lemon juice with nutty Parmesan, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 6 cups Curly Kale or dinosaur kale as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil or avocado oil if desired
  • 2 cloves Fresh Minced Garlic or garlic powder if in a pinch
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust as desired
  • 1 cup Croutons homemade or store-bought
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese or crumbled feta as an alternative

Equipment

  • salad spinner
  • Medium Bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the curly kale thoroughly under cold water, dry it, remove thick stems, and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  3. Drizzle a small amount of the dressing onto the chopped kale and massage the leaves for about 1-2 minutes until softened.
  4. Pour the remaining dressing over the massaged kale and toss gently to ensure every leaf is coated.
  5. Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the salad and toss gently again to distribute evenly.
  6. Break croutons into small pieces and sprinkle on top of the salad before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For maximum freshness, keep croutons and dressing separate until serving.

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