Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and supercharge your nutrition with this mind-blowing Chopped Kale Broccolini Salad! Imagine a vibrant, fresh dish that's not just a salad, but a culinary adventure packed with nutrients, flavor, and pure deliciousness. This isn't your ordinary green salad – it's a game-changing recipe that will make you fall in love with healthy eating and leave you craving more with every single bite!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Kale, chopped
- Broccolini, blanched
- Carrots, shredded
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Tahini
- Lemon juice
- Garlic, minced
- Water
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. Rinse the kale thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel and chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- Next, prepare the broccolini. Bring a pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Once boiling, add the broccolini and blanch it for about 2-3 minutes until it turns bright green and is tender-crisp. Immediately transfer the broccolini to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. After a few minutes, drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped kale, blanched broccolini, and shredded carrots. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the bowl as well.
- Now, let's prepare the lemon tahini dressing. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup of tahini, 3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk these ingredients together until smooth.
- If the dressing is too thick, gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. The dressing should be creamy but pourable.
- Pour the lemon tahini dressing over the salad mixture in the large bowl. Toss everything together gently until the vegetables are well coated with the dressing.
- Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. This also helps to soften the kale slightly.
- Before serving, give the salad another light toss and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Enjoy your Chopped Kale Broccolini Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing as a refreshing side dish or a light main course!
Tips
- Massage the kale: To reduce bitterness and tenderize the leaves, spend a minute massaging the chopped kale with a little olive oil before adding other ingredients.
- Blanching hack: When blanching broccolini, have your ice water ready beforehand to stop the cooking process immediately and preserve that beautiful bright green color.
- Dressing consistency matters: Add water to your tahini dressing gradually. The perfect dressing should coat the leaves smoothly without being too runny or too thick.
- Make ahead friendly: This salad actually tastes even better after sitting for 30 minutes, allowing flavors to develop. It's perfect for meal prep!
- Customize your protein: Want to make this a complete meal? Add grilled chicken, chickpeas, or tofu to transform it into a hearty main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
