Nut-Free Creamy Kale Salad

Elevate your salad game with this Nut-Free Creamy Kale Salad, a vibrant and wholesome dish that’s as delicious as it is nourishing. This recipe swaps traditional nuts for protein-packed sunflower seeds to create a luscious, nut-free dressing blended with tahini, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of honey or maple syrup. Tender kale leaves are massaged with the creamy dressing, then paired with refreshing cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for added richness. With just 20 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this quick and easy salad is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing side dish. Bursting with healthy ingredients and bold flavors, it’s a must-try for kale lovers and salad enthusiasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Kale leaves
• 50 grams Sunflower seeds
• 2 tablespoons Tahini
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Garlic clove
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup
• 30 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
• 150 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 100 grams Cucumber

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the sunflower seed dressing. In a blender, combine sunflower seeds, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, one large garlic clove (minced), salt, black pepper, and honey or maple syrup. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time until reaching your desired consistency.

Step 2

Rinse the kale leaves thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with a clean towel. Remove the tough stems and roughly chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Place the kale in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Drizzle the creamy sunflower seed dressing over the chopped kale. Use your hands to massage the dressing into the leaves for about 1-2 minutes until the leaves are tender and vividly green.

Step 4

Cut the cherry tomatoes in halves and slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons, then add them to the bowl with the kale.

Step 5

Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the salad. Toss everything together until well combined.

Step 6

Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper according to your preference.

Step 7

Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to an hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	648.6 grams (648.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1047

Total Fat 82.40g	106%
Saturated Fat 16.30g	82%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.10g
Cholesterol 30mg	10%
Sodium 1812mg	79%
Total Carbohydrate 54.60g	20%
Dietary Fiber 15.40g	55%
Total Sugars 15.30g
Protein 39.30g	79%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3029mg	233%
Iron 10722mg	59567%
Potassium 2106mg	45%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.4%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 19.5%