Citrus Kale Salad with Avocado
Massaged kale, juicy orange segments and creamy avocado with a simple citrus vinaigrette: sunny, crunchy and ready in 15 minutes.
Prep15 min
Cook0 min
Total15 min
Yield4 servings
LevelBeginner
Citrus Kale Salad with Avocado
Ingredients
US measurements with metric in parentheses.
Instructions
- Place kale in a large bowl with 1 tbsp olive oil and the salt. Massage with your hands for 2 minutes until darker and softer.
- Whisk the remaining oil with orange juice, lemon juice, mustard and maple syrup.
- Toss the kale with the dressing.
- Top with orange segments, avocado and pumpkin seeds and serve immediately.
Tips for success
- Slice kale very thin for the best texture.
- Add avocado last so it does not brown.
Substitutions
- Grapefruit or mandarins replace oranges.
- Sunflower seeds work in place of pumpkin seeds.
Storage & reheating
Undressed kale keeps 3 days; dress just before serving.
Estimated nutrition per serving
Estimate only. Calculated roughly from typical ingredients; real values vary by brand and portion.
| Calories | ~250 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | ~5 g |
| Carbohydrates | ~24 g |
| Fat | ~17 g |
Frequently asked questions
Can I use curly kale?
Yes; massage it a minute longer.