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KALE PASTA SALAD: Discover a Healthy Delight Today!

A refreshing and nutritious kale pasta salad with a zesty lemon vinaigrette.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups kale stems removed and chopped
  • 8 ounces pasta fusilli or penne
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped kale, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  4. Add the cooled pasta to the large bowl with the vegetables. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas.
  • Substitute the feta cheese with goat cheese or omit it for a dairy-free version.

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