Description
This Garlic Lemon Parmesan Kale Salad is a fresh, healthy, and flavorful dish made with tender massaged kale, zesty lemon juice, savory garlic, and rich parmesan cheese. Perfect as a light lunch or a nutritious side, this easy kale salad recipe is packed with vibrant flavors and simple ingredients, making it ideal for quick meals, meal prep, and clean eating.
Ingredients
1 bunch kale
1/3 cup parmesan cheese grated
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Wash the kale thoroughly, remove the stems, and chop the leaves into bite sized pieces.
2. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the kale and massage with your hands for 2 to 3 minutes until softened.
4. Add grated parmesan cheese and toss until evenly coated.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve immediately or chill before serving.
Notes
Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor and brightness.
Massage the kale well to reduce bitterness and improve texture.
Freshly grated parmesan melts into the salad better than pre shredded.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg