TEXTURED Arugula & Kale Salad Recipe
Salads don’t have to be predictable and boring. I believe whole and healthy eating should be inspired, and maybe a little thrilling. Sometimes that requires stepping out of your foodie comfort zone. One of my favorite salads I’ve been making this summer has been an arugula & kale mixed salad. Talk about leafy, textured goodness. The bitter almost peppery taste of arugula goes well with the strong heartiness of kale. Add a perfectly poached or soft boiled egg, along with onions, and beans/chickpeas—your taste buds will thank you for having such an open mind.
The Inspo
A few years ago I had a salad at Noble Crust that made me look at salads more abundantly. It was hands down, one of the best salads I’ve ever ordered. It was kale served Caesar-style, with a crispy soft poached egg. A definite step above your usual plain Jane iceberg or romaine salad.
Photo credit: Noble Crust
Ingredients
handful of arugula
handful of kale
red onion
green onion
chickpeas
feta cheese
soft boiled eggs
for topping: crispy or French onion
avocado 🥑 (optional)
Directions
After rinsing off your kale and arugula, mix them together in a serving bowl or plate. Then, drain and add chickpeas or beans of your choice to the serving dish. Peel your soft boiled eggs, cut them in half, and put them in the salad.
Below is a helpful visual guide to getting the perfect soft boiled egg.
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Next, chop up your red and green onions. After, mix them around in the salad. Sprinkle some Feta cheese for a pop of more flavor, and crispy onions for more texture.
Want to enhance this salad? Add Tuna or a spread for more protein. Consider adding avocado or nuts to add more healthy, good fats into the mix! Remember, healthy clean eating has no restrictive rules. Continue to explore your palate.
Photography shot on iPhone 12 Pro Max by me, Kaylan Boss.
