Spicy Pear & Kale Salad
This spicy pear kale salad is a fresh, flavor-packed summer side with pears, Parmesan cheese, and a simple lemon-garlic vinaigrette. It's crisp, bright, and just spicy enough to keep each bite interesting.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil
- juice of 1 lemon
- 4 cloves garlic grated
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 8 cups loosely packed kale washed, spun dry, and roughly chopped
- 3 medium pears diced
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Make the vinaigrette: In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix together and set aside until ready to serve.¼ cup olive oil, juice of 1 lemon, 4 cloves garlic, ¼ tsp kosher salt, ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper, 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Prepare the kale: Place kale in a large bowl and massage with your hands for 2-3 minutes. This will make it easier to digest.8 cups loosely packed kale
- Assemble: Spread the kale on a serving platter. Add half of the prepared vinaigrette and toss to combine. Then, layer the pears on top and add the Parmesan cheese. Drizzle with the remaining vinaigrette and serve.3 medium pears, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 125kcal