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Kale and Cranberry Salad

10-Minute Kale and Cranberry Salad That Steals Hearts

A fresh and vibrant salad combining kale, cranberries, and a light dressing for a healthy side dish.

  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups chopped kale
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the kale, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, massage the kale with olive oil for 2 minutes to soften.
  3. Add cranberries, almonds, and feta cheese to the bowl.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.

Notes

  • Massaging the kale makes it tender and less bitter.
  • Use walnuts or pecans instead of almonds for variation.
  • For a vegan option, omit the feta cheese.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: kale salad, cranberry salad, healthy salad, easy salad recipe