This kale and avocado salad is a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of greens. The kale is massaged with a flavorful dressing made with lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper, which helps to soften the leaves and make them more palatable. The avocado adds a creamy richness to the salad, while the red onion and cilantro provide a bit of crunch and freshness. The pumpkin seeds and hemp seeds add a nutty flavor and some extra protein. This salad is a great option for a light lunch or dinner, and it can also be served as a side dish.
This salad was inspired by a trip I took to California a few years ago. I was visiting a friend who lived in Los Angeles, and she took me to a great restaurant that served a kale and avocado salad that was out of this world. The salad was so good that I asked the chef for the recipe, and he was kind enough to share it with me. I've been making this salad ever since, and it's always a hit with my friends and family.
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 bunch kale, chopped
2 ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup hemp seeds
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the kale, avocado, red onion, cilantro, pumpkin seeds, and hemp seeds.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
Serve immediately.
Why It Works
The dressing is made with lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper, which helps to soften the kale and make it more palatable.
The avocado adds a creamy richness to the salad, while the red onion and cilantro provide a bit of crunch and freshness.
The pumpkin seeds and hemp seeds add a nutty flavor and some extra protein.