Kale Salad with Cranberry, Walnut and Feta
If you’re seeking a vibrant and nutritious dish that’s quick to prepare, look no further than this Kale Salad with Cranberry, Walnut, and Feta! This refreshing salad is an excellent option for busy weeknights and family gatherings alike. Bursting with the earthy flavor of kale, the sweetness of cranberries, the crunch of walnuts, and the creaminess of feta, it’s a wholesome combination that will have everyone coming back for more. With just ten minutes of prep time, you can enjoy a delicious meal that’s as healthy as it is satisfying. This salad can be served as a side dish or as a main course by adding your choice of protein. Make it your own by experimenting with different nuts or cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups chopped kale
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp. lemon juice
- Zest from one lemon
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp. honey
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- Remove tough stems from kale leaves and chop them into bite-sized pieces.
- Rinse the kale thoroughly and dry it using a salad spinner or paper towels.
- Massage the chopped kale with olive oil until tender.
- Add cranberries, walnuts, grated lemon zest, and feta to the bowl without stirring yet.
- For the dressing, combine olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, sea salt, and pepper in a mason jar. Shake until emulsified.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg