Ingredients
– 4 cups fresh kale, chopped and stems removed
– 1 cup fresh blueberries
– 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
– 1/4 cup sliced almonds or walnuts
– 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
– 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating your Kale Blueberry Salad is straightforward. Follow these simple steps for a delicious dish:
1. Prepare the Kale: Wash the kale thoroughly, remove the stems, and chop it into bite-sized pieces.
2. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, add the chopped kale, blueberries, crumbled feta cheese (if using), sliced almonds or walnuts, and red onion.
4. Dress the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated with the dressing.
5. Taste and Adjust: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
6. Serve Immediately: For the best flavor and texture, serve the salad right away.
Feel free to prepare this salad in advance and store it in the fridge for later enjoyment. Just remember to add the dressing right before serving to keep the kale crisp!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: For a more filling meal, consider adding grilled chicken, chickpeas, or tofu to the salad. This will boost the protein content and make it a complete meal.