Hazelnut Free Cilantro-Lime White Bean and Kale Salad
Bright, zesty, and packed with plant-based goodness, this hearty kale salad is the kind of bowl that actually keeps you full. Massaging the kale with a little salt is the secret move here — it breaks down the tough leaves so they turn silky and tender, soaking up every bit of that cilantro-lime dressing. Speaking of the dressing, it's a punchy blend of fresh lime juice, olive oil, garlic, honey, and cumin that comes together in minutes and tastes like it took way more effort than it did. Creamy white beans and diced avocado add richness and staying power, while pumpkin seeds bring a satisfying crunch to every forkful. Cherry tomatoes round things out with a pop of sweetness and color. Every ingredient here is naturally free from tree nut concerns — no swapping, no substituting, just a clean and vibrant recipe as written. It's an easy weeknight salad that feels fresh and exciting every single time.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 1 bunch lacinato kale (about 8 oz), stems removed, leaves thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
- 1 large avocado, pitted and diced
- ⅓ cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, finely chopped
- 1 small garlic clove, finely grated or minced
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the sliced kale in a large mixing bowl and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt. Using clean hands, massage the kale firmly for 1–2 minutes until the leaves darken, soften noticeably, and reduce in volume by about half.
- 2
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, honey, cumin, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using, until the dressing is uniform and slightly emulsified.
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