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Tuscan Kale Chopped Salad with Lemon and Tahini Dressing

Tuscan Kale Chopped Salad with Lemon and Tahini Dressing

This Tuscan Kale Chopped Salad with Lemon and Tahini Dressing is a vibrant, healthy, and satisfying meal that celebrates fresh ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: LUNCH RECIPES
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 bunch Lacinato kale (or curly kale)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1 cup Brussels sprouts shredded
  • 1 cup Red cabbage shredded
  • 1 cup Red peppers diced
  • 1 small Red onion chopped
  • 1 can Chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup Toasted pepitas (or walnuts, almonds, sunflower seeds)
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Tahini
  • 1/4 cup Plain, full-fat yogurt (or mayo)
  • 3 tablespoons Warm water
  • 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Maple syrup (or honey)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Freshly ground pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Start by rinsing the Lacinato kale thoroughly, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.
    Tuscan Kale Chopped Salad with Lemon and Tahini Dressing
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped kale, Brussels sprouts, shredded red cabbage, diced red peppers, and chopped red onion. Mix well.
    Tuscan Kale Chopped Salad with Lemon and Tahini Dressing
  3. Rinse and drain the chickpeas, then gently fold them into the bowl with the vegetables.
    Tuscan Kale Chopped Salad with Lemon and Tahini Dressing
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together tahini, yogurt, warm water, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, maple syrup, Kosher salt, pepper, and extra virgin olive oil until smooth.
    Tuscan Kale Chopped Salad with Lemon and Tahini Dressing
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to coat the ingredients.
    Tuscan Kale Chopped Salad with Lemon and Tahini Dressing
  6. Sprinkle toasted pepitas on top before serving.
    Tuscan Kale Chopped Salad with Lemon and Tahini Dressing

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For extra richness, drizzle a little extra olive oil before serving.

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