Description

This Mediterranean Kale Salad is fresh, vibrant, and packed with flavor. Loaded with nutrient-rich kale, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, briny olives, and tangy feta cheese, it’s tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. It’s perfect as a healthy side dish or a light lunch.

Ingredients

1 bunch curly kale, stems removed and chopped
1 tbsp olive oil (for massaging the kale)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

For the Dressing:

3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Place chopped kale in a large bowl. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and massage with your hands for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and parsley to the bowl with kale.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the dressing ingredients: olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything until evenly coated.
Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

For added protein, top with grilled chicken or chickpeas.
This salad stores well in the fridge for up to 2 days—great for meal prep!
Use baby kale for a more tender bite without needing to massage.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
Calories: 210
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 470mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 11g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 15mg