Kale is great for ketogenic dieters. It is pretty low carb in small amounts making it a great delivery system for some yummy olive oil and nuts. Massaging the kale is key to a great kale salad. It breaks down the fibers and makes it much softer and easier to chew.
Kale Walnut Salad
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Simple Keto Kale Walnut Salad
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 111 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Lacinato kale
- 1 medium lemon zest and juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 ounce parmesan cheese finely grated
- 1/4 cup walnuts chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper to taste
Instructions
Add kale, lemon juice, lemon zest and oilve oil to a large bowl.
Using your hands, massage kale until leaves look wilted and feel soft (about a minute.)
Stir parmesan, walnuts, salt and pepper into kale mixture.
Serve with a lemon wedge as garnish, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Kale Walnut Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 111 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 188mg 8%
Potassium 217mg 6%
Total Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2%
Sugars 0g
Protein 4g 8%
Vitamin A 80.7%
Vitamin C 58.2%
Calcium 12.1%
Iron 4.3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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