Soy-Free Creamy Kale Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Soy-Free Creamy Kale Salad, a wholesome and allergy-friendly twist on a classic favorite. This nutrient-packed recipe features tender, massaged kale coated in a luscious avocado-based dressing infused with bright lemon juice, garlic, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Cherry tomatoes add bursts of juicy freshness, while roasted sunflower seeds lend a satisfying crunch. Perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or as a refreshing side dish, this salad is dairy-free, soy-free, and loaded with healthy fats and vitamins. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a taste sensation that proves healthy eating can be both simple and delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups kale
- 1 medium avocado
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup roasted sunflower seeds
Instructions
Wash the kale thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Remove the thick stems from the kale and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Place the chopped kale in a large mixing bowl.
Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl.
Add lemon juice to the avocado and mash together until smooth.
Finely mince the garlic.
In a medium bowl, combine the mashed avocado, minced garlic, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until a smooth dressing forms.
Pour the dressing over the chopped kale. Using your hands, massage the dressing into the kale for 2-3 minutes until the leaves soften and become more tender.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the kale along with the roasted sunflower seeds.
Toss the salad gently to combine all the ingredients.
Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate it for up to 2 hours before serving for a cooler option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.6 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2491 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.1 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 25.9 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 611 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2321 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
