My sister and I crave this salad pretty regularly. It might look like your basic, bland kale salad. But no, this easy Tuscan kale salad is seriously addicting! Between the bite from the garlic and the tang from the lemon, I am not exaggerating that you will be going back for seconds and thirds.
This kale is lightly massaged making it easy to eat, and the fact you are eating loads of kale which is rich in nutrients is guaranteed to leave you feeling happy that you did something good for your body. ๐
Whether you are looking for an easy side salad for dinner, or hoping to meal prep a salad for the next few days, I hope you’ll give this easy Tuscan kale salad a try, and please let me know how it turned out for you!
Health Benefits:
Kale is a member of the cruciferous vegetables, making it rich in antioxidants and providing anti-inflammatory properties. Loaded with plant based omega 3’s, beta carotene, and vitamin C, this powerhouse food aids in regulating the body and detoxification. In addition, kale aids in a healthy heart thanks to its vitamin K and potassium, plus eye health thanks to the lutein and zeaxanthin. Kale has so many nutrients and anti-inflammatory compounds that it is known to have anti-cancer properties. Pass over the kale salad, please!
Extra Virgin Olive Oil, as found in this salad, is is another great source of anti-inflammatory benefits. Olive oil is great at lowering cholesterol, helps to prevent diseases, reduces high blood pressure and protects the brain because of its healthy fat profile. This oil is a great option to mix into salads with an impressive list of health benefits. Try looking for extra virgin olive oil from a quality source to avoid the ones that are mixed with other less quality oils. Also, the dark glass bottle olive oils help with any type of rancidity that may occur in lighter, plastic bottles.
To Make:
Add kale, lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic to a large salad bowl.
With your hands, massage the kale to release the juices and mix ingredients.
Once softened and combined, add salt, pepper, parmesan and croutons, if desired.
This salad also goes great with baked chicken on top!
Enjoy!
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Easy Tuscan Kale Salad
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 bunch tuscan kale
1 large lemon, juiced (about 1/4 cup)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
pinch of salt and pepper
sprinkle of shredded parmesan (optional)
croutons and/or baked chicken (optional)
Instructions
- Add kale, lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic to a large salad bowl.
- With your hands, massage the kale to release the juices and mix ingredients.
- Once softened and combined, add salt, pepper, parmesan and croutons, if desired.
- This salad also goes great with baked chicken on top!
- Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 5 min
