Massaging the kale with the lemon vinaigrette can help soften it and improve its texture. Feel free to add other vegetables like shredded carrots, chopped cucumbers, or roasted sweet potatoes. For a protein boost, consider adding grilled chicken, chickpeas, or toasted nuts and seeds. The salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Seattle's Favorite Kale Salad
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME35 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS63
A vibrant and nourishing kale salad, inspired by the Pacific Northwest, featuring a delightful combination of wild rice, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. This salad is a celebration of textures and flavors, perfect as a hearty side or a light meal. Its excellent keeping quality makes it ideal for meal prepping.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate35 g
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Cholesterol1 mg
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Fiber6 g
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Protein8 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium103 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat6 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepIn a large bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until the dressing is smooth and emulsified. (5 minutes)
02
StepIn a saucepan, bring the water, wild rice, and butter to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender. Drain any excess liquid, then remove the lid and cook, allowing any remaining water to evaporate completely. Stir the rice occasionally and let it cool slightly. (45 minutes)
03
StepIn the bowl with the dressing, combine the red cabbage, red bell peppers, and fennel; toss to coat evenly. Place the kale on top of the cabbage mixture and spoon the warm wild rice over the kale. Allow the salad to sit, so the kale is slightly wilted. (10 minutes)
04
StepToss the salad until all ingredients are evenly mixed, adding more lemon juice to taste if desired. Serve immediately or chill for later.
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Georgianna Champlin
May 13, 2025I didn't have fennel on hand, so I added chopped celery, and it worked perfectly!
Brain Huels
May 6, 2025I love that it can be made ahead of time.
Elvera Feest
Feb 3, 2025I've made this several times, and it's always a hit at potlucks.
Cedrick Bins
Jan 29, 2025Such a healthy and flavorful salad!
Miguel Purdy
Jan 11, 2025The lemon dressing is so bright and refreshing.
Zoila Cremin
Dec 13, 2024I added some cranberries and pecans, and it was delicious!
Lura Kassulke
Dec 6, 2024This salad is amazing! The wild rice adds such a unique texture.
Bernita Halvorson
Nov 29, 2024I used quinoa instead of wild rice, and it was still great.
Jacquelyn Pacocha
Nov 21, 2024This is now my go-to kale salad recipe!
Korey Moen
Nov 6, 2024My kids even like it!