About the Recipe
It doesn’t get any simpler than this Massaged Kale Salad with Sesame-Lime Dressing. You need just a handful of ingredients to get your hands full of this side dish. Ready in just 10 minutes!
Ingredients
Ingredients
6 cups fresh kale, chopped and tightly packed
1 1/2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
1/4 tsp coarse sea salt
1 1/2 cup red cabbage, shredded
1 cup shelled edamame
1/2 cup slivered almonds
3 green onions, thinly sliced, or about 1/3 cup
1/2 lime, juiced, or about 2 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp honey or agave nectar
salt and pepper to taste
Preparation
Instructions
Equipment
large mixing bowl
salad spinner
salad tongs
After washing the kale and drying thoroughly, remove the stems and roughly chop or tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Measure approximately 6 cups, tightly packed. Transfer the chopped kale to a large mixing bowl.
Add the toasted sesame oil and salt. With clean hands, start to mix and squeeze the kale, gently massaging it and working it between your fingers. Continue for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the kale is reduced to about half its original volume and it becomes vibrant, dark green in color.
Add the lime juice and honey, and massage once again until well combined. Wash hands, then add the cabbage, edamame, almonds, and green onions and toss to mix evenly. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 to 60 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Eat within 2-3 days for best results.
Yields four side salads or two entree portions.