Hearty Kale Salad with Bacon Vinaigrette
Hearty Kale Salad with Bacon Vinaigrette is a satisfying dish with tender kale, chickpeas, almonds, and a warm bacon vinaigrette, for a salad that's rich and savory.
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 268kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch kale washed and dried
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chickpeas drained and peeled
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 shallot minced
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Cut the stems off the kale and roughly chop it. Place it in a large salad bowl. Drizzle on the olive oil and massage the kale with your hands until it’s softened. Add the chickpeas, almonds, and Parmesan cheese to the salad.
- Cook the bacon to crispy and transfer it to a paper towel to cool.
- Add the shallots to the bacon drippings in the pan and saute over medium heat until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the vinegar, sugar, and mustard to the pan and whisk until well combined.
- Pour the warm dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Serve warm.
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Notes
- Rubbing the leaves with a bit of olive oil or dressing softens the texture and enhances the flavor, making the kale more enjoyable to eat.
- Heating the bacon vinaigrette not only enhances its smoky flavor but also helps soften the kale and blend everything together beautifully.
- Sprinkle on toasted nuts, seeds, or croutons for an extra layer of texture that complements the hearty greens and warm dressing.
Nutrition
Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 266mg | Potassium: 258mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 344IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 124mg | Iron: 2mg