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Chopped Kale Salad

Chopped Kale Salad

This Chopped Kale Salad features finely chopped kale and a variety of fresh vegetables, combined with a tangy dressing for a nutritious and satisfying dish.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 245

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large bunch fresh curly kale, stemmed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 1 medium English cucumber, finely diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely minced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/3 cup sunflower seeds, toasted
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Remove the thick center stems from each kale leaf, stack several leaves together, roll them tightly, and slice into thin ribbons. Chop those ribbons crosswise into small, bite-sized pieces.
  2. Transfer the chopped kale to a large mixing bowl, add a pinch of salt, and massage the leaves with your hands for about two minutes.
  3. Chop the tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion into similar-sized small pieces.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  5. Add all the chopped vegetables to the bowl with the massaged kale, pour the dressing over everything, and toss thoroughly to combine. Fold in the crumbled feta cheese and toasted sunflower seeds before serving.

Notes

Ingredient quality matters significantly; choose fresh, crisp kale for the best flavor. This salad can be made ahead of time and actually improves after sitting in the dressing.