Winter Lemon Salad
Brighten up chilly days with this vibrant and nourishing Winter Lemon Salad, a perfect harmony of zesty citrus and hearty greens. Featuring tender kale or your choice of winter greens, this salad is elevated with a tangy lemon dressing made with freshly squeezed juice, honey, and Dijon mustard for a touch of sweetness and depth. Crunchy toasted almonds or walnuts, creamy crumbled feta, and pops of optional pomegranate seeds add irresistible layers of flavor and texture. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy no-cook recipe is a refreshing side dish or light main course that celebrates seasonal ingredients while keeping things simple and satisfying. Perfect for showcasing winter's brightest flavors!
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Ingredients
- 6 cups kale or winter greens (such as arugula or spinach)
- 1 lemon
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups toasted almonds or walnuts
- 0.5 cups feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cups pomegranate seeds (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the kale or winter greens. If using kale, remove the tough stems and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2
In a small bowl, zest the lemon to get about 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, then juice the lemon to yield about 2 tablespoons of juice.
Step 3
Prepare the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar until emulsified.
Step 4
Place the greens in a large salad bowl. Pour half of the dressing over the greens and gently massage the dressing into the leaves until they are slightly softened.
Step 5
Add the toasted almonds or walnuts, crumbled feta cheese, and optional pomegranate seeds to the salad.
Step 6
Drizzle the remaining dressing over the top and toss gently to combine.
Step 7
Serve immediately as a refreshing side or light main course!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (895.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1449.8 |
| Total Fat 104.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 26.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 100mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2752.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 101.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 38.4g | |
| Protein 52.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1866.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3251.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories