LEMON-GARLIC KALE SALAD

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Here's a snappy, fresh side dish or a light supper: a lemony green salad, rich with tang and crunch. The dressing is nothing more than lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and salt. Its simplicity makes it perfect.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, salads and dressings

Time 25m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups sliced almonds
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 2 to 4 lemons)
Kosher salt
1 1/2 cups extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, crushed with the flat side of a knife, peeled and left whole
10 to 12 ounces washed and dried kale leaves, thick stems removed (weight after trimming)
1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan (optional)

Steps:

  • In a toaster oven or skillet, toast almonds until golden brown and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
  • In a bowl, combine lemon juice and 1 heaping teaspoon salt. Slowly whisk in olive oil. Add garlic cloves and set aside to steep.
  • Working in batches, cut the kale into thin ribbons: gather a large handful of leaves, bunch together tightly, and use the other hand to slice into 1/4-inch-thick pieces. This need not be done very precisely or neatly; the idea is to end up with a kind of slaw. (Recipe can be made up to this point 1 day ahead. Keep kale and dressing refrigerated separately.)
  • Place chopped kale in a very large bowl. Sprinkle surface with almonds and then with cheese, if using. Remove and discard garlic cloves from dressing. Pour half the dressing over the salad and toss. Taste for dressing and salt and add more as needed, tossing to coat thoroughly. Serve within 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 412, UnsaturatedFat 35 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 42 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 212 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Aasiya Saood
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I'm not usually a fan of kale salads, but this one is amazing. The dressing is so flavorful and the kale is so tender.


Peggy Anderson
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This salad is so delicious and healthy. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Kailash Khinchi
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect salad to bring to a potluck or party.


Infa ntrey
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This salad is the perfect way to use up leftover kale. I always have a bunch in my fridge and this is a great way to use it up.


Aila
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I'm not a big fan of kale, but this salad is amazing. The dressing is so flavorful and the kale is so tender.


Yachi Mumba
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can customize it with different toppings.


Weird_core
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect salad to bring to a potluck or party.


Odalys Banegas
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their greens. My kids love the lemon-garlic dressing.


Sajjad Rafe
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I love the addition of the Parmesan cheese. It adds a nice nutty flavor to the salad.


Zeno
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This salad is perfect for summer. It's light and refreshing and the lemon-garlic dressing is the perfect finishing touch.


Moneca Aryal
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I'm not a huge fan of kale, but this salad is amazing. The dressing is so flavorful and the kale is so tender.


Blacking Ooo
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover kale. I always have a bunch in my fridge and this is a great way to use it up.


michael woodward
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This salad is so versatile. I've added different toppings like grilled chicken, roasted chickpeas, and crumbled feta cheese.


Mod Sethobogwa
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight meal.


Qaiteyazam Pakistan
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of greens. It's also very flavorful and satisfying.


Rajon Biswas
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious. The lemon-garlic dressing is perfect and the kale is so crispy.


Ss gaming
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This salad is so refreshing and healthy. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Zaytun Noor
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I'm not usually a fan of kale salads, but this one changed my mind. The dressing is amazing and the kale is so tender.


Colby Lucas
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This salad was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the bright, lemony flavor and the kale was perfectly massaged.