Delicious and Nutritious Mediterranean Kale Salad Recipe

This Mediterranean kale salad is bursting with flavors and textures. It combines fresh kale with tangy feta cheese, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and briny Kalamata olives. Tossed in a zesty lemon garlic dressing, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. It's the perfect side dish for any meal or can be enjoyed as a light lunch. Whip up this easy salad in just a few minutes and savor the taste of the Mediterranean!

Ingredients

• 1 bunch of kale
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 cucumber
• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Wash the kale leaves thoroughly and remove the tough stems. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
2. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the kale.
3. Peel the cucumber and cut it into thin slices. Add the cucumber slices to the bowl.
4. Add the Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese to the salad.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well coated.
7. Let the salad sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
8. Serve the Mediterranean kale salad as a side dish or as a light lunch on its own. Enjoy!

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