Low Carb Kale and Spinach Salad
Refreshingly light yet packed with nutrients, this Low Carb Kale and Spinach Salad is a wholesome delight that's perfect for clean eating enthusiasts and low-carb diets. Featuring a vibrant mix of kale and spinach leaves, creamy avocado, a zesty lemon-garlic dressing, and the satisfying crunch of sunflower seeds, this salad is as flavorful as it is nutritious. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it's an effortless option for meal prep, a quick lunch, or a vibrant side dish. Bursting with fiber, healthy fats, and fresh, tangy flavors, this salad is a versatile and guilt-free addition to your recipe rotation. Whether you're seeking a keto-friendly dish or simply a refreshing, low-carb salad, this is a recipe you’ll keep coming back to!
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Ingredients
- 150 grams kale leaves
- 150 grams fresh spinach leaves
- 1 medium avocado
- 1 medium lemon
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons sunflower seeds
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the kale and spinach leaves thoroughly. Remove the kale stems and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2
In a large salad bowl, combine the kale and spinach leaves.
Step 3
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Dice the avocado into cubes and add it to the salad bowl.
Step 4
Zest the lemon and then juice it. You should have about 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
Step 5
In a small mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well mixed.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the kale, spinach, and avocado in the salad bowl.
Step 7
Toss the salad gently until the leaves are well coated with the dressing.
Step 8
Sprinkle the sunflower seeds over the top of the salad as a garnish and to add crunch.
Step 9
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (588.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 890.9 |
| Total Fat 79.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1369.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 45.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.8g | |
| Protein 20.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 438.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2634.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories