Massaged Kale Salad
For this easy massaged kale salad you use avocado, lemon juice and sea salt to soften the kale and make a simple and delicious salad. It's the perfect base for your favorite salad toppings.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 large head curly kale de-stemmed and chopped
- juice of 1 lemon about 3 Tablespoons
- 1 avocado sliced
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- salad toppings - tomatoes cucumber, additional avocado, roasted chickpeas, etc.
- dressing of choice see links above
Instructions
- Rinse the kale, remove the stems, and dry the leaves thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel. Chop into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl. Add the lemon juice, avocado slices, and sea salt.
- Using your hands, gently massage the kale with the avocado, mashing the avocado so it coats the leaves evenly. This should take about 1–2 minutes, until the kale is softened and slightly darker in color. Let it rest for about 15 minutes before serving.
- Top the massaged kale with your favorite salad toppings or dressing for extra flavor. I like adding roasted chickpeas for crunch.
Notes
- Make-ahead and storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. If adding toppings like crispy chickpeas or extra avocado, wait until just before serving.
- Kale stems tip: Save kale stems for smoothies, pesto, or sautéing. They’re full of nutrients.
- Protein Options: Top with lemon pepper shrimp, apple cider vinegar chicken, or crispy baked tofu to make it a full meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/4 recipe | Calories: 92kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 311mg | Potassium: 357mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 3mg