Kale and Roasted Sweet Potato Green Salad

This kale and roasted sweet potato green salad is a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The sweet potatoes are roasted until caramelized and tender, and the kale is massaged with lemon juice to make it tender and flavorful. The red onion adds a bit of crunch and the walnuts add some richness. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also a great way to use up leftover roasted sweet potatoes.

This recipe was inspired by a salad I had at a restaurant in New York City. I loved the combination of roasted sweet potatoes, tender kale, and crunchy red onion. I decided to try to recreate the salad at home, and after a few tries, I came up with this recipe. I've been making it ever since, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 bunch kale, chopped
• 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, or until tender.
4. Combine kale, roasted sweet potatoes, red onion, and walnuts in a large bowl.
5. Drizzle with lemon juice and toss to coat.
6. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• Roasting the sweet potatoes caramelizes them and makes them tender.
• Massaging the kale with lemon juice helps to break down the tough fibers and make it more tender.
• Adding a bit of red onion adds some crunch and flavor.
• The walnuts add some richness and texture.