Kale Salad with Grapefruit

Brighten up your meal routine with this vibrant and refreshing Kale Salad with Grapefruit! Packed with nutrient-rich kale and sweet-tart grapefruit segments, this healthy salad strikes the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Creamy avocado, crunchy sliced almonds, and chewy dried cranberries add layers of contrast, making every bite exciting. The tangy, homemade citrus dressing—featuring a delightful mix of grapefruit and lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey—brings it all together with a light, zesty finish. Perfect as a light lunch or a stunning side dish, this 15-minute no-cook recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a wholesome, flavor-forward dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups kale
• 2 whole grapefruit
• 1 whole avocado
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons grapefruit juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup sliced almonds
• 0.25 cup cranberries (dried)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the kale thoroughly, then remove the tough stems. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Slice the peel and pith off each grapefruit with a sharp knife. Carefully cut along the membranes to release the segments, and collect the juice in a small bowl while doing so.

Step 3

Cut the avocado into slices or cubes and set it aside for later use.

Step 4

To make the dressing, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, grapefruit juice, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the kale and gently massage the leaves for 1–2 minutes until they become softer and slightly wilted.

Step 6

Add the grapefruit segments, avocado, sliced almonds, and dried cranberries to the salad bowl.

Step 7

Toss everything gently until well mixed, making sure the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.

Step 8

Divide the salad into serving bowls or plates, and garnish with extra almonds or cranberries, if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1107.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1287.5

Total Fat 83.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1388.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.1g	0%
Total Sugars 84.1g
Protein 19.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 647.0mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 2456.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.8%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 39.5%