Description
The Make Ahead Kale White Bean and Pesto Salad is a vibrant and hearty dish that combines fresh kale, creamy white beans, and zesty pesto for an explosion of flavor. Perfect for meal prep, this salad is ideal for busy lunches or refreshing picnics. With its colorful ingredients and delightful crunch, it’s sure to impress at any gathering while simplifying your weeknight cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Wash the kale thoroughly; remove tough stems. Massage kale with olive oil and a pinch of salt for about 2 minutes until slightly wilted.
- In a large bowl, combine the white beans, cherry tomatoes, and red onion with the massaged kale.
- Drizzle with pesto and lemon juice; gently toss until well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. If desired, top with crumbled feta just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 5mg