Sugar-Free Zesty Kale Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
Elevate your healthy eating game with this Sugar-Free Zesty Kale Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette, a vibrant dish packed with bold flavors and nourishing ingredients. Featuring tender, massaged kale as the base, this salad is flavored with a tangy homemade citrus vinaigrette made with fresh lemon and orange juices, extra virgin olive oil, and Dijon mustard for a burst of zest in every bite. Crunchy toasted sunflower seeds, creamy avocado, and crisp red bell pepper pair perfectly with the finely chopped red onion to create a delightful medley of textures. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this low-carb, sugar-free kale salad is an ideal choice for a refreshing lunch or a sophisticated side dish. Whether you're meal-prepping or serving it fresh, you'll love how the flavors meld together beautifully for a nutritious, guilt-free delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups kale
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium avocado
- 2 tablespoons toasted sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper
- 0.25 cup red onion
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the kale. Remove the stems and tear the kale into bite-sized pieces. Place the kale in a large salad bowl.
To make the citrus vinaigrette, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined. Alternatively, shake the ingredients together in a jar with a tight lid.
Pour half of the citrus vinaigrette over the kale. Using clean hands, massage the dressing into the kale for about 2-3 minutes until the leaves soften and darken in color.
Dice the avocado and add it to the salad. Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and finely chop the red onion, then toss both into the bowl with the kale.
Add the toasted sunflower seeds for a bit of crunch and pour the remaining vinaigrette over the salad. Toss everything gently to combine.
Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
900 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.7 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1373 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.0 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.5 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 15.0 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 444 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1709 mg | 36% | |
*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.
