Kale Citrus Berry Salad & Basic Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
 
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Recipe type: Salad
Serves: 6
Ingredients
  • FOR THE SALAD:
  • 1 bunch kale
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 grapefruit
  • 1 medium cucumber
  • ¾ cups blackberries
  • ⅓ cup diced onion
  • ½ cup macadamia nuts
  • FOR THE DRESSING:
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • ¾ tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • black pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
  2. On a baking sheet, spread out the macadamia nuts and bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden.
  3. Rinse the kale and massage it with the olive oil and lemon juice. Let sit for 5 minutes while preparing the remaining ingredients.
  4. Peel and segment the grapefruit, slicing into smaller wedges.
  5. Peel the cucumber and halve lengthwise, then cut into thin slices.
  6. Toss together all ingredients in a large bowl.
  7. TO MAKE THE DRESSING: Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake well to combine.*
  8. Store salad covered in the refrigerator. Dress before serving.**
Notes
*You'll have dressing leftover. Store it at room temperature in a cool, dark place and enjoy it on other salads!
**I dressed this in advance and the kale did not get soggy. That being said, I still recommend dressing the salad a bit before serving; it just means that it'll make good leftovers.
Recipe by Lenses and Lentils at https://lensesandlentils.com/kale-citrus-berry-salad-balsamic-vinaigrette/