Raw Kale Salad. Most people would say: mmmm, no thanks. This is one of those recipes you need to take my word for. You will love it. I have taken it to a few get togethers in the last little while. I see people take a small scoop to be polite and to prove to the dietitian they are willing to eat their greens. But, they always come back for more and always ask for the recipe. I honestly could eat the whole bowl myself. Ingredients: 1 large bunch kale center ribs removed, leaves cut into thin strips Juice from half a lemon Extra-virgin olive oil to coat lightly 1 small clove garlic, minced Sea salt to taste 1/3 chopped walnuts, toasted 1/3 cup crumbled reduced fat feta cheese 1/2 cup small dill sprigs or 1/2 tsp dried dill Freshly ground black pepper Method: About one hour before you plan to eat, put kale and garlic in a large bowl. Add fresh squeezed lemon juice, olive oil and salt. Toss to coat. To serve, add toasted nuts, feta cheese, and dill sprigs to salad and toss. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serves four. Adapted from here. The acid from the lemon helps to tenderize the kale, giving it a really nice texture. This salad is great for making ahead or potlucks because it can sit without getting mushy, unlike other green, dressed salads. I have been doubling the recipe because it is excellent the next day too. It is also fast to throw together. I haven't even gotten to the nutrition side yet. Kale is loaded with antioxidants, fiber and minerals. There is heart healthy fats from the olive oil and walnuts (omega 3s)....with a heap of flavour too.
Now that summer is here I know you have BBQs and events to go to. Bring this salad, and the link to my blog. Your friends and family are going to want the recipe. You will thank me.
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Jessica
7/5/2012 09:20:28 am
You should try massaged kale salad! You could use all these ingredients but also massage the garlic and an avocado into it! Makes it creamy and delicious! I usually just do kale. Nutritional yeast, onion powder, avocado and some salt and massage away! After I add cherry tomatoes and pumpkin seed
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Brad
7/6/2012 01:32:36 am
Tiffany, I love your website! In the last year I've gotten very into food nutrition and cooking - it's a whole new world, and art and science, that fascinates me. I'm going to try some of your recipes here (great photos by the way) and report back.
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Tiffany McFadden, RD
7/12/2012 07:43:56 am
Thanks Brad! Sounds like you are on an exciting food journey/adventure. There are endless recipes to try so I am happy you have chosen some of mine. I want a full report back.
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Tiffany McFadden
7/11/2012 04:27:24 am
Ohhh Jessica that sounds amazing. I am an avocado lover, must try. Thanks for the idea.
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Sarah
9/23/2012 01:31:40 pm
I made this tonight and it was delicious!
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