Description
A quick and delicious Sweet Kale Salad that balances bitter greens with sweet and tangy dressing, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch kale
- 1–2 tsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp Greek yogurt or 2 tbsp mayo plus 1 tbsp yogurt
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or juice of 1 lemon
- 1–2 tsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp poppy seeds
- Chopped apples or pears
- Toasted nuts (optional, e.g., almonds, walnuts)
- Dried cranberries (optional)
- Cheese (optional, e.g., feta, blue cheese)
Instructions
- Prepare the kale by stripping leaves from stems, chop into bite-sized ribbons, and place in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil or water.
- Massage the kale for 1-2 minutes until it darkens and softens slightly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and poppy seeds until smooth.
- Add chopped fruits, toasted nuts, and cheese to the massaged kale.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
- Let the salad rest for 3-5 minutes to meld flavors before serving.
Notes
Customize with seasonal fruits and nuts. Store the dressing separately to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg