Kale Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

🛒 Ingredients

• Kale, fresh 100 g · 35 kcal
• Extra virgin olive oil 15 g · 120 kcal
• Lemon juice, fresh 15 g · 4 kcal
• Maple syrup 5 g · 13 kcal
• Dijon mustard 5 g · 5 kcal
• Toasted sliced almonds 15 g · 90 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Wash and thoroughly dry the kale leaves. Remove the tough stems and finely chop or tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
2. Place the prepared kale in a large bowl. Drizzle with a small amount of olive oil (about half of the total) and a pinch of salt. Massage the kale with your hands for 2-3 minutes until it softens and turns a darker green.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
4. Pour the dressing over the massaged kale. Toss gently to ensure all leaves are evenly coated.
5. Garnish with toasted sliced almonds before serving. Serve immediately or let it sit for a few minutes for the flavors to meld.