Low Fat Zesty Kale Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
Brighten your plate with this Low Fat Zesty Kale Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette, a wholesome blend of nutrient-packed ingredients and vibrant flavors. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender, massaged kale with crisp red bell pepper, crunchy sunflower seeds, sweet carrots, and peppery radishes, all tossed in a tangy homemade citrus vinaigrette made with fresh orange and lemon juice. Perfect for a quick lunch or as a refreshing side dish, this salad delivers a satisfying crunch and a zesty flavor punch without the extra fat. Ready in just 20 minutes, this light yet fulfilling dish is bursting with antioxidants, perfect for health-conscious eaters looking to enjoy a low-calorie, flavor-packed meal.
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Ingredients
- 6 cups kale
- 1 large orange
- 1 medium lemon
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small, minced garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 large carrot
- 4 small radishes
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
Directions
Step 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the kale. Remove the thick stems and tear or chop the kale into bite-sized pieces. Place the kale into a large salad bowl.
Step 2
In a small bowl, zest and juice the orange and lemon. You should have about 1/4 cup of citrus juice combined. Whisk together the citrus juice, zest, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
Step 3
Pour half of the citrus vinaigrette over the kale. Using clean hands, massage the kale for 2–3 minutes until it becomes tender and slightly darker in color.
Step 4
Julienne the red bell pepper and carrot. Thinly slice the radishes. Add the bell pepper, carrot, radishes, and chopped parsley to the kale.
Step 5
Drizzle the remaining vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Step 6
Sprinkle the sunflower seeds over the top for added crunch.
Step 7
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 day for the flavors to meld. Enjoy your low-fat zesty kale salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (665.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 504.6 |
| Total Fat 27.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1829.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 59.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 32.6g | |
| Protein 12.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 542.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1677.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories