a sturdy green salad in a metal lunch box bowl

Sturdy Greens Salad

Dairy-Free

Gluten-Free

Nut-Free

Vegan

Use any sturdy green — like kale, chard, mustard greens, or collard greens — to make this hearty salad.

By Maddie Augustin | Experience Life

Makes2 servings
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes

Ingredients
Directions

Ingredients

4 cups chopped sturdy greens (chard, kale, mustard, turnip, collard, or beet greens)
1/4 tsp. sea salt, plus more to taste
2 tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 medium shallot, thinly sliced
1 tbs. capers
1/2 tsp. dried basil

Directions

STEP 1

Add the greens, salt, and olive oil to a large bowl. Massage by hand until the greens have softened and appear darker in color, about one to two minutes.

STEP 2

Add the bell pepper, shallot, capers, and dried basil to the massaged greens and toss. Enjoy fresh or refrigerate for up to three days.

Nutritional information

Photography by: Andrea D’Agosto; Prop Styling: Alicia Buszczak; Food Styling: Paul Jackman

By Maddie Augustin

Maddie Augustin is a recipe developer who is passionate about creating recipes worth repeating. With degrees in food engineering and nutrition, she blends science with creativity to make dishes that are nourishing, approachable, and delicious — celebrating seasonal ingredients and the joy that comes from sharing good, healthy food. Find more of Maddie’s recipes at maddieaugustin.com.

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