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Kale Salad with Lemon: 7 Reasons to Love This Recipe

Kale Salad with Lemon
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A fresh and vibrant kale salad featuring tenderized kale leaves, zesty lemon dressing, toasted pine nuts, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. This healthy and easy-to-make salad is perfect as a light meal or a nutritious side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 5 cups kale leaves, washed and chopped
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/8 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tbsp pine nuts (any nut works)

Instructions

  1. Remove the rib and stem from the kale leaves and chop them into bite-sized pieces for easy eating.
  2. Place the chopped kale in a colander and rinse thoroughly with warm water to clean any residual dirt or grit.
  3. Transfer the rinsed kale to a colander or a salad spinner and spin dry to remove excess water, ensuring your salad isn’t soggy.
  4. Transfer the well-drained kale to a large mixing bowl to prepare for dressing and mixing.
  5. In a skillet over medium heat, toast the pine nuts, stirring frequently until they release a fragrant aroma. This enhances their flavor but is optional.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper until emulsified.
  7. Pour the dressing over the kale and using clean hands, gently massage the dressing into the kale to soften the leaves and allow flavors to meld.
  8. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts atop the salad. Toss lightly if desired and serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors.

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