Kale-and-Collards Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
26%
Kale-and-Collards Salad
95 min.
10
221kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Kale-and-Collards Salad! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, it caters to a variety of dietary preferences, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or a healthy snack at home.

Imagine the crispness of fresh collard greens and Tuscan kale, beautifully complemented by the sweetness of Bartlett pears and the crunch of toasted pecans. The addition of crumbled bacon adds a savory touch, while the sweetened dried cranberries provide a burst of flavor that balances the dish perfectly. Drizzled with a zesty lemon dressing, this salad is a refreshing side dish that can elevate any meal.

Ready in just 95 minutes and serving up to 10 people, it’s a fantastic option for family dinners, potlucks, or even as a starter for a special occasion. With only 221 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free! So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with this deliciously nutritious salad that’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  •  avocado diced peeled
  •  purée of usa bartlett pear sliced
  • oz collard greens fresh
  • slices bacon crumbled cooked
  • oz kale 
  • 10 servings optional: lemon 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.8 cup pecans toasted chopped
  • small head radicchio thinly shredded
  • 0.8 cup cranberries dried sweetened

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Trim and discard tough stalks from centers of collard and kale leaves; stack leaves, and roll up, starting at 1 long side.
  2. Cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Toss collards and kale with cranberries and Lemon Dressing in a large bowl. Cover and chill 1 hour.
  3. Toss together pears and next 2 ingredients just before serving. Toss pear mixture, radicchio, pecans, and bacon with collard mixture.
  4. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories221kcal
Protein8.37%
Fat51.7%
Carbs39.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.85
Glycemic Load
3.07
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.994782675867%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
20.03mg
Delphinidin
1.7mg
Catechin
0.54mg
Epigallocatechin
0.42mg
Epicatechin
0.21mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.23mg
Eriodictyol
1.57mg
Hesperetin
2.17mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
5.85mg
Isorhamnetin
5.35mg
Kaempferol
12.6mg
Myricetin
0.25mg
Quercetin
10.92mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:220.74kcal
11.04%
Fat:13.66g
21.02%
Saturated Fat:1.96g
12.28%
Carbohydrates:23.74g
7.91%
Net Carbohydrates:16.03g
5.83%
Sugar:12.92g
14.36%
Cholesterol:4.75mg
1.58%
Sodium:103.77mg
4.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.98g
9.96%
Vitamin K:237.23µg
225.94%
Vitamin A:3489.24IU
69.78%
Vitamin C:41.15mg
49.88%
Manganese:0.76mg
37.89%
Fiber:7.72g
30.86%
Folate:90.79µg
22.7%
Vitamin E:2.23mg
14.83%
Copper:0.29mg
14.72%
Potassium:491.49mg
14.04%
Calcium:131.16mg
13.12%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.38%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.97%
Magnesium:41.91mg
10.48%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.26%
Vitamin B3:1.91mg
9.55%
Phosphorus:92.08mg
9.21%
Vitamin B5:0.86mg
8.55%
Zinc:1.03mg
6.84%
Iron:1.19mg
6.61%
Selenium:3.65µg
5.21%
Source:My Recipes