Spring Kale & Cucumber Salad | Honey-Ginger Dressing Recipe
Chopped kale, crunchy cucumber, red cabbage and sunflower seeds are perfectly paired with a toasted sesame, sweet honey, and spicy ginger dressing. Perfect for spring!
How to Make the Best Spring Kale & Cucumber Salad | Honey-Ginger Dressing
This spring kale and cucumber salad brings together fresh, vibrant vegetables with a truly spectacular honey-ginger dressing that’s bursting with flavor. The combination of crispy kale, cool cucumber, and tender red cabbage creates a delightful contrast in both texture and taste, while the toasted sesame oil and fresh ginger in the dressing add an Asian-inspired warmth.
What makes this salad perfect for spring is the lightness and freshness of every ingredient. The honey-ginger dressing is particularly special—it’s neither too acidic nor too sweet, hitting that perfect balance with the aromatic notes of sesame oil and the subtle heat of fresh ginger. The sunflower seeds add a satisfying crunch that keeps every bite interesting.
For a more substantial meal, top this salad with sliced sirloin steak as suggested, making it a complete protein-packed dinner. Whether you serve it as a light lunch or as a side to complement grilled proteins, this kale and cucumber salad with honey-ginger dressing is sure to become a springtime favorite.
Spring Kale & Cucumber Salad | Honey-Ginger Dressing
Chopped kale, crunchy cucumber, red cabbage and sunflower seeds are perfectly paired with a toasted sesame, sweet honey, and spicy ginger dressing. Perfect for spring!
Ingredients
Salad
Honey-Ginger Dressing
Optional
Instructions
Honey-Ginger Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the toasted sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, raw honey, minced garlic, and fresh grated ginger until well combined.
- Season to taste with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Allow dressing to sit for a few minutes for flavors to meld.
Spring Kale & Cucumber Salad
- In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped kale, cucumber, red cabbage, sunflower seeds, and chopped scallion.
- Pour the honey-ginger dressing over the salad and toss well to coat all ingredients.
- Divide among serving plates and top with sirloin steak strips if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, vibrant spring salad!