Nut-Free Crisp Kale and Iceberg Salad

Brighten up your table with this Nut-Free Crisp Kale and Iceberg Salad — the perfect medley of fresh, vibrant ingredients and a tangy homemade dressing. Featuring a crunchy blend of nutrient-rich kale and crisp iceberg lettuce, this salad is elevated with sweet, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber slices, and a touch of boldness from thinly sliced red onion. The zesty dressing, made with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a hint of maple syrup, ties everything together with a refreshing balance of flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, this nut-free, gluten-free, and plant-based recipe is a crowd-pleaser that works beautifully as a light side dish or a standalone meal. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers seeking a simple yet delicious salad full of crisp textures and bright flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups kale leaves
• 4 cups iceberg lettuce
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
• 1 large cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the kale leaves thoroughly under cold running water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

Remove the tough stems from the kale and discard them. Tear the kale leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Rinse the iceberg lettuce under cold water. Pat it dry thoroughly, as excess water will water down the dressing. Cut the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and add it to the bowl with the kale.

Step 4

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Peel the cucumber and slice it into thin rounds. Add the cucumber slices to the salad.

Step 6

Thinly slice half a red onion and add the slices to the salad.

Step 7

In a small mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the dressing is well emulsified.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.

Step 9

Toss the salad gently to ensure even distribution of the dressing over all the vegetables.

Step 10

Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste, if necessary.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, crisp textures and flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1359.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	840.8

Total Fat 60.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1450.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 28.5g
Protein 19.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 567.6mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 2988.8mg	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: 60.5%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 30.8%