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Lemony Parmesan Kale Salad

A refreshing and nutritious salad featuring kale, zesty lemon, and savory Parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 6 cups kale, chopped stems removed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated freshly grated
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Kale
  1. Wash the kale thoroughly and remove the stems. Chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Place the chopped kale in a large mixing bowl.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine Salad
  1. Pour the dressing over the kale and massage it into the leaves for about 2 minutes to soften the kale.
  2. Add the cherry tomatoes and grated Parmesan cheese to the kale and toss gently to combine.
Serve
  1. Serve immediately or let it sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas.

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