Garlicky Massaged Kale Salad with Chipotle Dressing
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Garlicky Massaged Kale Salad with Chipotle Dressing
Description
The Garlicky Massaged Kale Salad with Chipotle Dressing highlights curly kale as its base, softened by the massaging process which breaks down the leaves for better texture and flavor absorption. Two dressing options are detailed: a garlic chipotle oil-based dressing with fresh lemon and garlic, and a smoother honey chipotle dressing blended with spices and red wine vinegar, bringing both heat and tang to the salad. Chopped fresh vegetables like cucumber and cherry tomatoes provide freshness and contrast to the kale's firmness. Adding crunchy salad toppers like pepitas or toasted pecans introduces texture and complements the smoky, garlicky flavor. The salad's assembly includes massaging the kale either with a bit of dressing or oil and salt, then mixing with the vegetables and dressing to coat everything evenly.
Ingredients
- 4 cups curly kale chopped
- 1-2 cups vegetable I used cucumber + cherry tomatoes, chopped
OPTION #1 - GARLIC CHIPOTLE OIL DRESSING
- 2-3 TBSP extra virgin olive oil chipotle
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- 3-4 cloves garlic minced
- ¼-½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
OPTION #2 - HONEY CHIPOTLE DRESSING
- ⅓ cup avocado oil
- 3 TBSP red wine vinegar
- 1.5 TBSP honey
- ¾ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp oregano dried
- ¼ tsp cumin ground
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
- 1 garlic smashed and peeled, small or medium clove
Instructions
IF USING GARLIC CHIPOTLE DRESSING
- Whisk together your dressing ingredients and, using your digits, massage it into chopped/torn kale leaves. This is the dressing that most reminds me of the garlic spiked whole foods salad but with a little added chipotle flavor.
IF USING HONEY CHIPOTLE DRESSING
- Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend/process until smooth and emulsified.
- Dip a kale leaf or cucumber slice into the dressing to taste-test and adjust any ingredients to taste. For more chipotle flavor you can add a little extra adobo sauce or adjust the sweetness/tartness with the honey and vinegar, etc… Let your taste buds be your guide! You can even add some fresh lemon juice to the mix.
FOR THE SALAD
- Chop up your favorite vegetables (tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado all work great here!) and massage the kale using either a little bit of the dressing or a drizzle of oil and a pinch of salt.
- Combine kale and veggies in a large mixing bowl and drizzle desired amount of dressing on top. For the garlic chipotle oil dressing, the entire amount is perfect for this salad; if using the honey chipotle dressing, add around half the dressing and serve with the remainder so everyone can add their desired amount.
- Optional extras include pepitas, toasted pecans, sliced almonds, hemp hearts, crispy roasted chickpeas, etc... Let your taste buds be your guide!
Notes
- Massaging the kale helps soften it and allows the dressing to penetrate for better flavor and texture.
- Adjust the chipotle and honey amounts in the dressing to taste for preferred heat and sweetness levels.
- Top the salad with seeds or nuts such as pepitas, toasted pecans, or hemp seeds to add texture and extra nutrients.
- Use fresh garlic for the dressing to enhance the garlicky flavor.
- Combine fresh, crisp vegetables like cucumber and cherry tomatoes to balance the robust kale flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 105 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 105kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 245mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 386mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 6717IU | 134% |
| Vitamin C | 84mg | 93% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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