Everyday Kale Salad
Hearty, crunchy, and never soggy, this Simple Vegan Kale Salad features tender massaged kale, colorful veggies, fresh herbs, and slivered almonds. It stays fresh in the fridge for days and is fun to customize with your favorite add-ins! Vegan and Gluten-Free; Oil-Free and Nut-Free Options.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 118kcal
Ingredients
- 1 head lacinato or curly kale de-stemmed and chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon or 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil*
- 1 carrot grated
- 1/4 head red cabbage finely shredded
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs parsley, cilantro, basil, etc
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons slivered almonds or pumpkin seeds for garnish (or both!)
Instructions
- Massage the Kale: Add the chopped Kale to a large mixing bowl with the oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Use your hands to firmly massage the kale for 30-60 seconds, until it has noticeably reduced in size and the leaves become translucent.
- Mix: Fold the carrot, cabbage, and herbs into the salad, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve & Store: Transfer to serving plates, then garnish with slivered almonds and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Notes
- Oil-Free Substitution: You can replace the olive oil with 2-3 tablespoons of runny tahini or ½ of a mashed avocado, if you so desire.
Nutrition
Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 28mg | Potassium: 254mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3636IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 1mg