Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSalt & Marrow KitchenLacinato Kale Salad Recipe

Lacinato Kale Salad Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Make Lacinato Kale Salad Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Toppings

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Kale

    Wash the lacinato kale thoroughly under cold water. Remove the tough stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Halve the cherry tomatoes, chop the cucumber into small cubes, and finely slice the red onion.

Dressing Preparation

  1. 3

    Mix the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.

Assemble the Salad

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the prepared kale, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.

  2. 5

    Add Toppings

    Crumble the feta cheese over the top, sprinkle with pumpkin seeds, and slice the avocado to place on top or mix in.

  3. 6

    Serve

    Serve immediately, or let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

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