Best Simplest Kale Salad Recipes

EVERYDAY KALE SALAD

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This easy kale salad recipe only takes 5 minutes to make with 5 easy ingredients, and tastes great with just about everything! Feel free to adjust the proportions of any of the ingredients below to taste.

Provided by Ali

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

5 ounces kale, roughly chopped with thick stems removed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly-squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup freshly-grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted
fine sea salt and freshly-ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

Combine the kale, olive oil and lemon juice in a large mixing bowl. Use your fingers to massage the oil and lemon juice into the kale for about 1-2 minutes, or until the kale has softened.
Add the Parmesan, sliced almonds, a pinch of salt and a few twists of black pepper and toss until evenly combined. Taste and add extra salt, pepper or lemon juice, if needed.
Serve. Serve immediately and enjoy!

SIMPLE KALE SALAD

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This easy kale salad is an easy way to work rich, leafy greens into your everyday diet! Enjoy it as-is or add some of your favorite salad toppings. Enjoy!

Provided by Dani Spies

Categories salad sides

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 bunch kale
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/8th teaspoon kosher salt
1 clove crushed garlic
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

Rinse kale under cold water. Remove stems, roll leaves, and slice into thin ribbons.
Place kale ribbons into a salad spinner to remove any excess water. This is important if you want your dressing to adhere to the kale leaves.
Transfer the kale to a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil, then add salt, garlic and lemon juice.
Gently massage all the ingredients into the kale using your hands. If the kale is very tender, you can simply toss with tongs (no massage required!).
Enjoy as-is or add your favorite salad toppings.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 87 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 180 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g

SIMPLEST KALE SALAD

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Memorize this classic, cheesy, massaged kale salad and make it your go-to side for any family dinner.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories Salad Kale Lemon Juice Honey Cheese Parmesan Side Kid-Friendly Small Plates Quick and Healthy Quick & Easy Wheat/Gluten-Free

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

6 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
6 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 Tbsp. honey
1 tsp. kosher salt
2 bunches curly kale (about 1 lb.), rinsed, ribs and stems removed, leaves torn into 1"-1 1/2" pieces
2 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about 1 cup), plus more for serving

Steps:

Whisk oil, lemon juice, honey, and salt in a large bowl. Add kale and toss to coat. Massage with your hands until leaves are shiny and dark green. Toss in Parmesan. Transfer salad to a platter. Top with more Parmesan before serving.