Fabulous 10-Minute Resolutions Avocado Kale Salad
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Start your year right with this fresh and satisfying Avocado Kale Salad. It is a simple, healthy choice to support your resolutions.
- Author: Elias Rodger
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing/Massaging
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 bunch kale, stems removed and chopped
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Wash and thoroughly dry the kale. Place the chopped kale in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup, if using. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the kale. Massage the dressing into the kale with your hands for about 1 minute until the leaves soften slightly.
- Add the diced avocado, toasted nuts, and dried cranberries to the bowl.
- Gently toss everything together until well combined.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy start!
Notes
- Massaging the kale helps break down the tough fibers, making the salad more enjoyable to eat.
- Taste the dressing before putting it on the kale; adjust lemon or maple syrup to your preference.
- You can add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg