Our fresh and delicious Kale Summer Salad is served with goat cheese and a honey vinaigrette that is so simple to make! It only takes about 20 minutes to make this light lunch option that is packed with all your favorite fresh veggies. Definitely a summer favorite around here!
The Best Kale Summer Salad
If you guys are looking for a fresh, new salad for the summer – I got what you need. This little ditty is a powerhouse of flavor, nutrients AND protein. An easy salad recipe that will probably change your life – I’m just sayin. I could list out all of the health benefits of this thing, but I think it would take me too long and I would lose your interest. Instead – here are some beautiful pics 🙂
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What You Will Need
- fresh kale – the lettuce base of this fresh summer salad!
- pumpkin seeds – love added crunch and nutty flavor.
- shaved carrots, edamame, & beets – these combine for fresh, flavorful, fresh ingredients that we love on top. Feel free to swap for any of your salad favorites.
- goat cheese – perfect for a little saltiness on top, but can be omitted to make it dairy-free.
- honey – added for a touch of sweetness in the homemade salad dressing.
- olive oil – a good base for any salad dressing recipe.
- white vinegar – just a little bit for some tangy flavor.
- kosher salt – always a must!
How To Make A Kale Summer Salad
The first steps to making this easy recipe are to grab a cutting board and sharp knife to prep all of the fresh ingredients. Place the kale, carrots, edamame, beets, goat cheese, and pumpkin seeds in a mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey, oil, vinegar, and salt. Pour over the salad and mix it all together.
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Kale Summer Salad
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 salad 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Counter Top
- Cuisine: American
Description
Our Kale Summer Salad with Goat Cheese is a light and delicious vegetarian salad that is perfect for a yummy summer meal!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh kale, tightly packed
- 1/2 cup roasted/salted pumpkin seeds
- 1/2 cup tightly packed carrot shavings (use vegetable peeler)
- 1/2 cup edamame
- 1/2–1 cup beets (peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 oz goat cheese (crumbled or soft)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- pinch of kosher salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add kale, edamame, beets, carrots, pumpkin seeds and goat cheese; mix to combine.
- In a separate small bowl, add the honey, olive oil, white vinegar and a pinch of salt – whisk.
- Pour vinaigrette dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Serve with a slice of grilled bread!
Notes
- Storage: if you have leftovers or want to prep ahead of time, just store the salad dressing in a separate airtight container from the salad to prevent sogginess the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6oz
- Calories: 502
- Sugar: 22.5 g
- Sodium: 340.4 mg
- Fat: 37.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 29.8 g
- Protein: 19.4 g
- Cholesterol: 13.1 mg
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