Easy Kale Salad / Belkys
Jan 25, 2026
A lot of people want a healthy start to their new year, and we have a great recipe to get you going. That’s what’s cooking as we grab a Bite with Belkys.
Ingredients:For the dressing:1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 to 2
teaspoons honeyKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the salad:2 bunches kale, washed (I prefer Lacinato kale)Drizzle of olive oilPinch of kosher salt1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds, can also use pine nuts or pepitas1/3 cup dried cranberries, can use golden raisins or dried currants
Method of Preparation:
To make the dressing, in a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
First, remove the kale stems.
Squeeze the top of the kale stem and slowly move your hand down the kale stem. The leafy part of the kale will come right off as you go down.
Use a sharp knife to finely chop the kale.
Place the kale in a large bowl.
Drizzle the kale with just a little bit of olive oil, you don’t need a ton because you are adding a dressing.
Sprinkle with a little kosher salt and massage with your clean fingers until the kale softens a bit.
Drizzle the dressing over the kale and toss well.
Add the Parmesan cheese, nuts, and dried fruit.
Toss again and serve.
Enjoy!
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