This Salad Is Perfect for Lunch or Dinner

Fresh strawberries offer a touch of sweetness. Greg Dupree/TNS

Apple-cider vinegar and mustard flavor the dressing while fresh strawberries offer a touch of sweetness in this easy to assemble salad. Creamy herbed goat cheese completes this salad that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.

Kale and Strawberry Salad

Active Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes

Serves 4

• 8 cups chopped lacinato kale
• 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1 1/2 cups strawberries, halved
• 2 ounces garlic-and-herb goat cheese, crumbled
• 1/3 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Combine kale, 2 tablespoons oil, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Using your hands, massage the kale until well coated, about 1 minute.

Whisk vinegar, mustard, pepper, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Whisking constantly, slowly drizzle in the remaining 3 tablespoons oil.

Add strawberries, goat cheese, and walnuts to the kale; drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.

Recipe nutrition per serving: 301 Calories, Total Fat: 28 g, Saturated Fat: 6 g, Cholesterol: 6 mg, Carbohydrates: 9 g, Fiber: 3 g, Total Sugars: 4 g, Protein: 6 g, Sodium: 411 mg, Vitamin A: 3206 IU.

By Ali Ramee