Lemony Parmesan Kale Salad: The Best Refreshing Side Dish
A light and refreshing salad packed with nutritious ingredients and a delicious lemony dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: raw
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chopped kale
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped kale with the lemon juice and olive oil. Massage the kale for about 2-3 minutes until it softens.
- Add the minced garlic, salt, and pepper, mixing well.
- Fold in the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately or let it sit for a few minutes to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider toasting the garlic lightly before adding it to the salad.
- This salad can be customized with additional ingredients such as nuts or avocado.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Lemony Parmesan Kale Salad, salad, side dish, healthy