kale & white bean saladmade by Eda

kale & white bean salad

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Hot Flash Cook Kale & White Bean Salad

serves 4

ingredients

  • 1 bunch fresh kale, roughly chopped
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  • 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
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  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
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  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
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  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
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  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
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  • 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
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  • Salt and pepper to taste

method

  1. Massage kale with a pinch of salt for 1 minute to soften.
  2. Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, mustard, and garlic in a small bowl.
  3. Combine kale, white beans, red onion, and sun-dried tomatoes in a large bowl.
  4. Pour dressing over and toss well.
  5. Top with feta and season with salt and pepper. Let sit 10 minutes before serving.

the swaps that make it work

1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons olive oil
Reduces saturated fat and calories while maintaining rich flavor and heart-healthy monounsaturates.
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1/4 cup crumbled feta
2 tablespoons crumbled feta
Cuts sodium and saturated fat while keeping the tangy, salty note that makes the salad delicious.
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nutrition per serving

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Calories
285 kcal14% DV
Protein
11 g22% DV
Fiber
6 g24% DV
Saturated fat
2.5 g13% DV
Added sugar
0 g0% DV
Sodium
380 mg16% DV

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Recipes are informational — not medical or dietary advice. Draft — review & adjust.