Mediterranean Kale Salad with Tahini Dressing
This Mediterranean kale salad with tahini dressing comes together in just 10 minutes. Massaged kale is tossed with dried figs, pistachios, and pomegranate, then finished with a creamy lemon tahini dressing. It's a unique, crave-worthy salad that works as a main, a side, or a potluck favorite.
Servings: 2 Large Salads
Calories: 417kcal
Equipment
- 1 sharp knife
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 large bunch lacinato or curly kale, stems removed, finely chopped
- Pinch of fine sea salt
- 1-2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- ⅓ cup pomegranate arils
- ⅓ cup pistachios
- ¼ cup golden raisins
- 2-3 fresh dried figs, quartered
- fresh mint leaves, torn
Tahini Dressing
- ¼ cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or to taste
- 1 small clove garlic, finely grated
- cold water, as needed to thin
- salt, to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Kale
- Remove the kale stems and cut the kale into small pieces. Place the kale in a large bowl and toss with a pinch of salt and a drizzle of olive oil. Massage the kale for about 2–3 minutes. The leaves will start to feel softer and turn a darker green.
Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, and grated garlic. Add cold water a little at a time until the dressing is smooth and pourable.
Assemble the Salad
- Drizzle the tahini dressing over the kale and toss well. Mix the pomegranate arils with pistachios and golden raisins. Then add fresh mint and quartered figs, and toss gently.
Nutrition
Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 49mg | Potassium: 801mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 6602IU | Vitamin C: 74mg | Calcium: 247mg | Iron: 4mg