Zesty Kale Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

Brighten up your table with this Zesty Kale Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette, a refreshing and nutrient-packed dish that’s as vibrant in flavor as it is in color. Featuring tender, hand-massaged kale leaves tossed in a tangy citrus vinaigrette made with freshly squeezed lemon and orange juice, a hint of honey, and a touch of Dijon mustard, this salad perfectly balances zestiness and sweetness. Crunchy sliced almonds, nutty sunflower seeds, sharp Parmesan cheese, and thinly sliced red onion add delightful texture and complexity to every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this healthy kale salad is ideal as a side dish or light main course. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or hosting a dinner party, this wholesome and flavorful salad is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 bunch fresh kale
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium lemon, juiced
• 1 medium orange, juiced
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup sliced almonds
• 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.25 medium red onion, thinly sliced

Directions

Step 1

Wash the kale thoroughly, then dry it using a salad spinner or pat it dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Remove the tough stems and veins from the kale leaves, then chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, add the kale and drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil. Massage the kale with your hands for 2-3 minutes until the leaves become tender and slightly wilted.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.

Step 5

Pour the vinaigrette over the massaged kale, tossing until the leaves are evenly coated.

Step 6

Add the sliced almonds, sunflower seeds, Parmesan cheese, and red onion to the salad, then gently toss everything together.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if necessary.

Step 8

Serve the salad immediately, or let it sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(655.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1304.4

Total Fat 102.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15.8g
Cholesterol 20mg	0%
Sodium 1747.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 40.1g
Protein 36.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1002.5mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 1995.1mg	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: 66.3%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 23.3%