Erewhon White Bean & Kale Salad

Mains

May 14

I found this salad at one of my visits to Erewhon and I thought it was soo good and felt like I had to figure out how to make it at home because I dont wanna pay $20 for a little container of this salad when we could make it at home!. This hearty and nutritious white bean & kale salad is a perfect dish for those looking to enjoy a satisfying and healthy meal. Packed with protein-rich white beans, vibrant kale, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette, this salad is both delicious and filling. Whether you're seeking a light lunch or a flavorful side dish, this recipe is sure to satisfy your palate.

Ingredients

1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
4 cups kale, chopped (stems removed)
1 cubed avocado
1 tbsp hemp seeds
1 tbsp sunflower seeds
1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Lemon Vinaigrette:

1/2 cup avocado oil
1 or 1/2 a lemon squeezed (depending on how citrusy you like it)
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp honey (or more depending on if you want it a little sweeter)
Lemon zest, to taste
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Salad Dressing:

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the avocado oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Set aside.

Massage the Kale:

Place the chopped kale in a large bowl. Drizzle a small amount of the prepared lemon vinaigrette over the kale.
Massage the kale with your hands for about 1-2 minutes until it becomes slightly softened and dark green in color. Massaging helps to tenderize the kale and improve its texture.

Assemble the Salad:

Add the drained and rinsed white beans, cubed avocado, hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds to the bowl with the kale.

Add the Dressing:

Pour the remaining lemon vinaigrette over the salad ingredients in the bowl.
Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing.

Season and Garnish:

Season the salad with salt and pepper, to taste.

Serve:

Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious combination of flavors and textures!

Tips:

For extra protein, add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu cubes to make it a complete meal.
You can customize this salad by adding other vegetables like cucumber, bell peppers, or avocado.
Make ahead tip: You can prepare the salad ingredients and dressing separately. Combine them just before serving to keep the kale crisp.