KALE AND CUCUMBER SALAD WITH LEMON TAHINI DRESSING

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Make this crunchy nutrition-packed salad in a flash. Whip up a second batch of dressing and keep in the fridge to satisfy the next kale craving.

Provided by United Soybean Board

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     United Soybean Board

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons tahini
2 tablespoons soybean oil (often labeled "vegetable oil")
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
8 cups thinly sliced kale, packed
1 cucumber, peeled and sliced
½ cup chopped smoked almonds
½ cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Combine tahini, soybean oil, lemon juice, water, garlic, soy sauce and sugar in small bowl. Stir until smooth.
  • Place kale and cucumbers in large bowl. Pour dressing over kale; toss until combined.
  • Marinate for a minimum of 20 minutes, tossing occasionally.
  • Sprinkle with almonds and golden raisins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.2 calories, Carbohydrate 19.8 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 148 mg, Sugar 8 g

ADEOYE AKANJI
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables! My kids loved the sweet and tangy dressing.


Adetimole Damilare
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! I especially liked the lemon-tahini dressing.


Mithan Roy
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is delicious.


mnhr tehc
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover kale and cucumbers. It's also a great make-ahead lunch option.


Unicorn Nessie
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I wasn't sure about the combination of kale and cucumber, but I was pleasantly surprised! This salad is delicious and healthy.


Malik Saddam
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Gita Sharma Paudel
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This salad was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some grilled chicken or tofu next time.


rig gee
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I used red cabbage instead of kale and it turned out really well! This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of veggies.


Osby Berry
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The dressing was a little too tart for my taste, but otherwise this salad was great.


Syed Muhammad Afzal Shah Shirazi
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This salad was easy to make and packed with flavor. I'll definitely be making it again!


Melanie Riise
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I'm not usually a fan of kale, but this salad changed my mind! The dressing really brings out the flavor of the kale and the cucumbers add a nice crunch.


Rick Hermendz
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the bright flavors and the dressing was delicious.


mike michael
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This kale and cucumber salad was a refreshing and healthy lunch option! The lemon-tahini dressing was the perfect balance of tangy and creamy.