Spinach and Kale Salad with Equal Greens Ratio

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-22 · Updated 2026-04-22

A nutrient-packed salad featuring precisely balanced spinach and kale, dressed in a bright lemon-herb vinaigrette. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, pairs spinach, kale, red onion into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup, fresh spinach
• 1 cup, chopped kale
• 1/4 cup, sliced red onion
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup fresh spinach and 1 cup chopped kale. Pour the dressing over the greens and toss vigorously for 1 minute until evenly coated.
3. Step 3: Add 1/4 cup sliced red onion to the bowl and gently toss to distribute. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the kale to soften slightly before serving.