Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring kale, zesty lemon juice, and nutty Parmesan cheese, perfect for a satisfying lunch or as a zesty side dish.
Ingredients
- Kale (1 bunch)
- Lemon juice (2 tablespoons)
- Parmesan cheese (1/3 cup, grated)
- Olive oil (3 tablespoons)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- Croutons (1 cup)
Instructions
- Prepare the Kale: Wash the kale leaves thoroughly and remove the stems.
- Massage the Kale: Drizzle olive oil over the leaves and massage for a couple of minutes.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Combine: In a large bowl, add kale, croutons, and Parmesan, then toss with dressing.
- Adjust and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning, then let sit for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding garlic powder, Dijon mustard, or other cheeses like feta. Serve with extra toppings like cherry tomatoes or nuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: salad, kale, lemon, Parmesan, healthy, vegetarian, quick meal