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Spicy Kale salad

Updated: August 26, 2023 / Posted: February 15, 2020 / By Sujatha Muralidhar This post may contain affiliate links· As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases·

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SPICY KALE SALAD

My blog is mainly about skinny and easy recipes, so it is not a big surprise if I come up with a simple vegan green recipe. Yes, this spicy kale salad is the latest find in my kitchen that I'm proud of as it's being skinny, and vegan that spice up the dinner.

Spicy kale salad with lime vinaigrette dressing-healthy, delicious crunchy salad with finger licking homemade lime vinaigrette. This spicy kale is the best of all recipes.

I always try different recipes to make my family love this kale green. And this spicy kale salad is the one which recently made them happy.

I like this kale-green for its crunchy texture and unique taste. But contrarily, it's the least preferred in my home. But I cannot skip and, just like that, get away from this green. Everyone from the media to the press talks about the goodness of Kale greens.

About this recipe

This is mildly spicy, delicious, and super easy to put together. The almonds and the homemade lime vinaigrette are the stoppers; every forkful would be fascinating and meet your expectations.

The prep time is less than ten minutes; the integral time-consuming part of this spicy salad recipe is chopping the kale leaves. Now you understand how simple it is to prepare the dinner.

The almond slices give a crunchy bite and the balsamic vinaigrette beautifully balances jalapeno flavors. The natural crispy texture of kale adds value and makes every bite memorable.

The one ingredient that makes this kale salad spicy, it's no secret. The jalapeno adds up the heat and the bright, irresistible flavor, which keeps asking for more.

How spicy is this Vegan kale salad?

Are you reading this post with this question in your mind? I can hear you. Well, there is no definite everyday scale for measuring the spice level in the recipe. If someone describes a dish as 'hot,' it can be 'bland' for others.

The one good advantage of making our food, is we know what's in there. And we fully control the ingredients that go right into the pan.

Adopting this spicy kale salad recipe to suit your spice level is like a breeze. The jalapeno's seed is the only source of heat. Seed them according to your choice.

Remove all the seeds for the mild version, leave some seeds for the medium heat, and add them as if you prefer a fiery hot salad.

But I prefer to seed them roughly with some seeds here and there.

Other fresh salads,

  • Mashed chickpea salad
  • Greek yogurt cucumber salad
  • Chinese green bean salad
  • Asian cabbage salad
  • Indian tomato salad

How to make the best-tasting Spicy Kale salad?

This kale salad stands out with its distinctive mixture of flavor and feel.

Pro tips for ingredients

The Kale. Any variety of kale is good to use here. Anything from curly kale, dino kale, and purple, to red Russian kale works fine. Feel free to use any of them. We aim to include greens in our diet, so get the readily available variety.

Carrot. Carrots counteract its color with the kale's natural green color and balance the spice level from the Jalapeno. Chop them as thin as a matchstick, which makes it look pleasing and gives the salad a good texture. Getting them readymade can save you time.

Almond. Protein-rich and provides a crunch. Substitute with pine nuts or roasted sunflower seeds, if this is not in your pantry. This is optional but it remarkably makes the salad delicious.

Jalapeno. Core and seed them if you want a mild salad. Leaving the seeds intact will increase the heat. Adjust the number of seeds according to your spice level preference.

Olive oil. Add extra virgin olive oil for more flavor. Make the salad more crisp than usual.

Lime vinaigrette. A homemade, super simple basic vinaigrette that makes the salad finger-licking. Add lime juice, salt, olive oil, and shake. That's it!

The recipe direction.

Prepping work. Roughly chop the kale leaves to bite-size. Chop the carrots to match stick thin. Seed and chop jalapeno.

Lime vinaigrette. Add olive oil, salt, and lime juice in a small jar. Shake until salt and olive oil combine. Olive oil and lime juice emulsifies and becomes a thick, creamy sauce.

Add. Add kale, carrot, jalapeno, roasted almonds, and lime vinaigrette to a large mixing bowl.

Toss. Toss gently till the ingredients blend well with each other.

Transfer to a serving plate and enjoy.

What to serve with spicy kale salad

  • Spicy garlic lime chicken
  • Pan-fried garlic chicken
  • Tandoori masala grilled chicken
  • Broccoli stuffed grilled chicken
  • Cedar plank grilled salmon

The recipe variations

Vegan. This spicy basic kale salad is naturally a vegan and vegetarian dish. If you prefer, you may add nutritional yeast for a more creamy aroma.

Kale Caesar salad. Substitute balsamic vinegar with Caesar dressing, another delicious alternative to the simple sauce.

Lime juice or apple cider vinegar. It's an excellent refreshing swap for balsamic vinegar. Each addition gives a whole new look, which is delightful.

Cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes. Other spicy toppings in addition to jalapeno.

Red onion. Another complementary ingredient that is most popular in our home.

Storing and Make-ahead spicy kale salad

Spicy kale salad is a magical side salad recipe, that tastes the sooner, the better. However, refrigerated in an air-sealed container stays suitable for up to a day.

If you plan to make ahead, chop all the ingredients and refrigerate them individually for a day or two. When needed, toss and serve.

Other Salad recipes you may like,

  • Cantaloupe Salad
  • Fresco salad
  • Indian quinoa salad
  • Greek yogurt cucumber salad
  • Indian corn salad

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Spicy kale salad with lime vinaigrette dressing-healthy, delicious crunchy salad with finger-licking homemade lime vinaigrette. This spicy kale is the best of all recipes.

Spicy kale salad

Spicy kale salad with lime vinaigrette dressing-delicious crunchy salad with finger-licking homemade lime vinaigrette. This spicy kale is the best of all recipes.
5 from 14 votes
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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
Calories: 401kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups kale chopped
  • ½ cup carrot chopped to match stick thin
  • 3 tablespoon almond sliced
  • 2 tablespoon jalapeno seeded

Instructions

  • In a small mixing jar, make the lime vinaigrette by adding olive oil, lime juice, and salt.
  • Shake until salt combines with olive oil. And keep aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add kale, carrot, almond, jalapeno, and lime vinaigrette.
  • Gently toss until all the ingredients combine together.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

Seed the jalapeno to your choice.
Leaving few seeds, will make the salad spicy and tasty.

Nutrition

Calories: 401kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 678mg | Potassium: 1149mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 24402IU | Vitamin C: 205mg | Calcium: 301mg | Iron: 3mg
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Author Sujatha Muralidhar
**Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is an approximate estimate only.

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Comments

  1. Dannii

    May 21, 2020 at 2:28 am

    We love a kale salad and I love the spicy twist on this.

    Reply
    • Sujatha Muralidhar

      May 21, 2020 at 7:05 am

      Danii, glad you liked this spicy salad version.

      Reply
  2. veenaazmanov

    May 21, 2020 at 3:37 am

    This is so healthy and definitely a unique combination too.

    Reply
    • Sujatha Muralidhar

      May 21, 2020 at 7:06 am

      Thanks veena for taking time to pass on your review.

      Reply
  3. Jack

    May 21, 2020 at 4:33 am

    Everyone loved this crunchy spiced salad!

    Reply
    • Sujatha Muralidhar

      May 21, 2020 at 7:06 am

      Jack, very glad your family liked this salad.

      Reply
      • Andrea

        June 11, 2022 at 1:34 pm

        This unique salad flavor combination sounds perfect for my family.

        Reply
  4. Jacqueline Meldrum

    May 21, 2020 at 5:44 am

    Oh that dressing does sound good. I'm going to give it a go. I never think of using lime in my dressings, although I do use lemon. Sharing this one!

    Reply
    • Sujatha Muralidhar

      May 21, 2020 at 7:07 am

      Yeah Jacqueline, the sharp tint of lime's taste excellent for the taste of kale.

      Reply
  5. Danielle Wolter

    May 21, 2020 at 6:35 am

    SO simple but so delicious! What a great salad - perfect for summer!

    Reply
    • Sujatha Muralidhar

      May 21, 2020 at 7:08 am

      Thanks Danielle and happy that you liked.

      Reply
  6. Sarah James

    June 11, 2022 at 12:20 pm

    I love your spicy twist on a kale salad, looking forward to trying your lime and jalapeno dressing.

    Reply
  7. kushigalu

    June 11, 2022 at 12:46 pm

    Healthy and refreshing kale salad. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  8. Jacqueline Meldrum

    June 11, 2022 at 1:01 pm

    Oh I love the lime on this dressing although I prefer to massage the kale. Looks yummy.

    Reply
  9. Dannii

    June 11, 2022 at 2:06 pm

    I am always looking for new ways to use kale and this looks delicious.

    Reply
  10. Tavo

    June 19, 2022 at 1:42 pm

    I am loving the spicy twist on my regular kale salad! thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  11. Janessa

    June 19, 2022 at 1:49 pm

    I love the spicy twist that this kale salad has! Very fresh.

    Reply
  12. Tara

    June 19, 2022 at 3:22 pm

    Such a beautiful, vibrant bowl! I love how easily the salad comes together too. Yum!

    Reply
  13. Ieva

    June 20, 2022 at 2:28 am

    I always struggle to think of new ways with kale, so was really grateful for this recipe! Perfect healthy side salad to go with a summer bbq!

    Reply

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