Description
Fresh kale is chopped and tossed in wonderfully light lemon garlic dressing (with a surprising ingredient) along with pistachios, pine nuts and dried cranberries. It will make you a believer!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 Cups Kale, thick center rib removed and cut into small pieces
- 2Â Lemons, juiced
- 3 Tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1/4 Cup Olive Oil
- 1 Tablespoon Pure Maple Syrup
- 2 Cloves Garlic
- 1/4 Cup Golden Raisins
- 1/4 Cup Dried Cranberries
- 1/2 Cup Pistachios
- 1/4 Cup Pine Nuts (optional)
- 1/2 Cup Parmesan Cheese (divided 1/4 cup finely grated for dressing, 1/4 cup shredded for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the kale by removing the thick center rib and chopping it into small, bite-sized pieces.
- Add the kale to a large bowl and drizzle a little oil on it – give the kale leaves a gentle massage for a minute or two.
- In a another bowl, create the dressing by combining freshly squeezed lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, finely grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and a touch of pure maple syrup.
- Whisk the dressing until it’s well blended and forms a harmonious mixture.
- Add golden raisins, dried cranberries, pistachios, and optional pine nuts to the chopped kale.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the kale and toppings, ensuring each kale leaf is evenly coated in the flavors.
- To finish, top the salad with the remaining shredded Parmesan cheese for an extra burst of cheesy goodness.
WHAT TO SERVE WITH THIS:
CHICKEN BURGERS with SPINACH, AVOCADO & GRUYERE CHESE
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350-300
- Sugar: 6-8 gr
- Sodium: 300-350 mg
- Fat: 18-20 gr
- Saturated Fat: 3-4 gr
- Carbohydrates: 15-20 gr
- Fiber: 2-4 gr
- Protein: 8-10 gr
- Cholesterol: 10-15 mg
