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Simple Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad

A fresh and crunchy salad featuring kale and Brussels sprouts, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 4 cups kale stems removed, chopped
  • 2 cups Brussels sprouts thinly sliced
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Toppings
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese shredded, optional
  • 1/4 cup walnuts chopped, optional

Method
 

Prepare the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped kale and sliced Brussels sprouts.
  2. Toss the greens together until well mixed.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Combine and Serve
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  2. Top with parmesan cheese and walnuts if using, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time; however, it is best served fresh to maintain the crunchiness of the greens.

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