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    Pinch Me Good! » Quick and Easy Salads » Easy Strawberry Kale Salad – with homemade dressing

    Easy Strawberry Kale Salad – with homemade dressing

    June 22, 2022 by Amy Estes 4 Comments

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    This easy Strawberry Kale Salad is packed with hearty green kale, fresh strawberries, creamy goat cheese, red onion, and pecans. It is dressed with a homemade strawberry vinaigrette that is incredible and so easy to make. Enjoy it as a healthy lunch or side dish.

    Strawberry kale salad in a white salad bowl topped with strawberry dressing with wooden serving spoons in the bowl.

    One of the best ways to enjoy summer is to build a hearty strawberry kale salad that everyone will love. It is bright and fresh and packed with tons of nutrition, crunch, and flavor. This salad is a spin on this easy kale salad that has been a reader favorite for years. They are both equally delicious.

    Similarly, this simple kale and strawberry salad are perfect for summer and it also stores great! You can top it with some sliced chicken breast or pair it with some salmon for a hearty and satisfying summer meal.

    In the past, I never really ate much kale but now I am hooked! It is very inexpensive and so easy to prep that it makes a great addition to so many meals.

    Why you’ll love this recipe

    • Nutritious and filling – it is packed with healthy, fresh ingredients and is loaded with nutrition.
    • Makes the perfect side or main salad – it goes well with so many main dishes like chicken or shrimp!
    • Gluten-free – a wonderful, fully gluten-free recipe that everyone can enjoy!
    • Quick and easy – It can be made in 5 minutes with only a few simple ingredients!
    • Great meal prep salad – this salad is great for work lunches.
    Kale and strawberry salad ingredients with labels over the top of each ingredient.

    Ingredients you will need

    • Kale – Kale is so good for you and it is loaded with vitamins, which is why it works so great in easy salads like this one. You can use any kind of kale in this recipe as long as it is fresh!
    • Strawberries – It is strawberry season and this salad is a great way to use up freshly picked strawberries. Cut them into large slices for a big pop of color and flavor.
    • Pecans – for a nice nutty, crunchy texture to the salad. Pistachios or walnuts would also be great!
    • Goat cheese – adds some calcium as well as a nice, creamy element that everyone will love! You could also use crumbled feta cheese.
    • Purple onion – the onion is sliced thin and adds some color and a nice flavor and crunch to this kale salad.
    • Strawberry vinaigrette – a homemade dressing that takes 5 minutes and is the perfect summer dressing. You can also make it ahead and store it for 1-2 days before you are ready to use it!
    Strawberry lime dressing in a mason jar.
    Mix up the dressing
    Add all salad ingredients to a bowl
    Pour the dressing over the salad
    Toss and serve

    How to make a strawberry kale salad

    You can make this salad in about 5 minutes with only a few simple ingredients.

    1. Mix up the strawberry vinaigrette dressing. Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. You can do this in advance and store it in a mason jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before you use it.
    2. Assemble the salad. Add the kale, sliced strawberries, nuts, goat cheese, and sliced red onion to a large salad bowl.
    3. Dress, toss, and serve! Pour the dressing over the salad, toss and enjoy!

    Recipe tips

    • Prepare the kale in advance. I do this weekly and it is so great to have it ready to go when you need it! Check out this step-by-step guide on how to store kale so it lasts.
    • Cut the fruit and veggies in similar sizes – cutting the strawberries and onion in similar sizes will not only make this kale salad look incredible but will also make it easier to toss, and eat!
    • Make the dressing in advance – the strawberry vinaigrette stores great so I recommend making it in advance so you can quickly dress and toss this salad when you are ready to enjoy it!

    Ways to serve kale salad

    This wonderful strawberry kale salad can be enjoyed all on its own or it can be paired with a protein to make it a complete meal. In fact, here are some serving suggestions that would work great with this recipe.

    • Serve it as a side dish with a turkey burger or chicken burger.
    • Top it with some crispy roasted chickpeas or falafel for a healthy meatless meal.
    • Enjoy it alongside some gluten-free naan pizza or chickpea flour pizza.
    Chopped kale, sliced strawberries, sliced red onion, pecans and goat cheese in a large salad bowl topped with strawberry dressing.

    Storing this salad

    The best way to store this salad is to prepare all of the ingredients in advance and then store them separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. You can then assemble and dress the salad when you are ready to serve it. Furthermore, the strawberry vinaigrette can be stored in a mason jar and kept in the fridge for up to 2 days in advance.

    More healthy kale salad recipes

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    Close up of chopped kale salad with sliced strawberries, diced red onion, chopped nuts and a pink dressing drizzled on top in a large white bowl.

    Did you try this strawberry kale salad recipe? If you did, then please leave a comment and rating below. I would love to hear how it turned out!

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    • Author: Amy Estes
    • Total Time: 10 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings 1x
    • Diet: Low Calorie
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    This quick and easy strawberry kale salad is made with fresh, hearty kale, crunchy pecans, sliced red onion, goat cheese, and the most amazing strawberry vinaigrette. It makes a wonderful salad you can prep in advance and enjoy for lunch or dinner any day of the week!


    Ingredients

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    • 1 bunch of fresh kale chopped – about 6 cups
    • 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
    • ½ cup sliced red onion
    • ⅓ cup chopped pecans
    • ¼ cup crumbled goat cheese
    • Strawberry vinaigrette dressing

    Instructions

    1. Mix up the strawberry vinaigrette. You can do this in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or use store-bought. 
    2. Add the chopped kale, sliced strawberries, sliced red onion, goat cheese, and pecans to a large bowl. 
    3. Pour a good amount (about ¼ cup) of the dressing over the salad and toss. 
    4. Serve and enjoy. See the notes section for make-ahead and storage suggestions. 

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    Notes

    • Kale – you can use curly kale or dinosaur kale in this recipe. To make it even faster to make, prepare and store your kale in advance!
    • Strawberries – fresh strawberries are a MUST in this recipe. Frozen strawberries will just make the salad mushy. 
    • Storing – the best way to store this salad is to store everything separately, then assemble, dress and toss it when you are ready to serve it. 
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Category: Quick and Easy Salads
    • Method: Tossed
    • Cuisine: American

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    1. Tara

      February 25, 2023 at 2:13 pm

      I’m not a huge salad eater but this was wonderful! I added apple slices and swapped goat cheese for blue cheese. The strawberry vinaigrette was delicious on top.

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      • Amy Estes

        March 2, 2023 at 7:54 pm

        Thank you, Tara! I am so glad you liked it!

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    2. Chelsie

      May 1, 2024 at 12:24 pm

      I’ve made this salad 5 weeks in a row and I still can’t get enough. I make a batch at the beginning of the week, submerged in the delicious dressing, and it’s still tasty by the end of the week. Thank you for this incredible recipe – I finally have a quick, healthy, and delicious go-to for lunches!

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      • Amy Estes

        May 2, 2024 at 12:47 pm

        Hi Chelsie! I am so happy you liked it! I love the idea of making a big batch for the week.

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