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Ultimate Kale Salad With Creamy Tahini Lemon Dressing

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A vibrant and hearty kale salad tossed in a creamy tahini lemon dressing, filled with fresh vegetables, seeds, and optional add-ins like chickpeas or quinoa. A wholesome, flavor-packed dish perfect as a main or side.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (main) or 6 (side)
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Raw/No Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch curly or lacinato kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
  • 1 carrot, grated or julienned
  • 1/2 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cucumber, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado, sliced or cubed
  • 1/4 cup toasted almonds, sunflower seeds, or pumpkin seeds
  • Optional: 1 cup cooked quinoa, 1/2 cup chickpeas, or 1/4 cup crumbled feta
  • For the dressing:
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
  • 2–4 tablespoons water (to thin)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, maple syrup or honey, salt, and pepper. Add water gradually until the dressing is creamy but pourable.
  2. Place chopped kale in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil and a pinch of salt. Massage with your hands for about 2 minutes until softened and darkened.
  3. Add carrots, cabbage, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes to the bowl with kale. Toss to combine.
  4. Drizzle generously with the tahini lemon dressing and toss until evenly coated.
  5. Top with avocado and sprinkle with nuts or seeds. Add quinoa, chickpeas, or feta if using.
  6. Serve immediately, or chill for 15–30 minutes to let flavors meld.

Notes

  • Massage kale to improve texture and flavor.
  • Adjust dressing thickness with more or less water.
  • Great for meal prep—just keep dressing separate until serving if preferred.
  • Swap veggies or add proteins like grilled chicken or tofu to customize.
  • Dressing keeps for up to a week refrigerated.

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