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Kale Salad Recipes

Kale salad is not only tasty but also nutritious - packed with vitamins, calcium, fibre, and more. Kale pairs well with vinaigrette or lemon dressing, perfect for a delicious salad.

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How to prepare kale for a salad?

How to prepare kale for a salad?

You can’t just eat kale raw in a salad without preparing it, as the flavour will likely be too bitter and the texture too hard. You can either cook your kale using an oven, air fryer or by frying.

Alternatively, you can “massage” your kale. This is done by tearing or cutting and rubbing in olive oil for several minutes.

You can also tenderise the kale by soaking it overnight in lemon, apple cider vinegar or other acids and oils. Alternatively, combine with a healthy fat like smashed avocado or tahini.

How do you make a kale salad?

How do you make a kale salad?

When it comes to a kale recipe, salads are a fantastic option. Start by preparing your kale. This is done by cooking in the oven, air fryer or frying. Alternatively, you can soften the kale by massaging it with olive oil.

Next, prepare your chosen dressing. While lemon and vinegar-based dressings are popular, you could also go for something creamy, like a kale Caesar salad dressing.

Then, prepare the rest of your salad. You could add a hard cheese, seeds and a variety of fruit or vegetables to suit your preference. Carrots, figs, onions, almonds and garlic all work well.

Additionally, you could add a protein like bacon, chicken, fish or a veggie/vegan option.

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