But it's got great flavor, so it makes sense. You can use 2 apples instead and it will be just as delicious . I don't like too much dealing with steaming or blanching the greens. Slowly whisk in oil until thickened. Thanks for the comment. All of that is wonderful, but the hot weather also means that turning on my stove heats up my whole apartment. I will have to give it a try. Natasha’s favorite tips to unleash your inner chef! ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT!!! Thanks for your comment. Of course the dressing helps - its flavor is huge! You may want to turn your chopping board 90 degrees and mince again. Serve this easy salad … Cover and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. :). Cut the head into quarters, and remove the core … It is! Thanks for your comment. Let me know how it turns out . Agave and is one and half times sweeter than honey you you’d have to watch the amount you put it. I love kale let's begin with it, then I really love anchovies, the combination is brilliant. Simple salads like this feel so refreshing. . 2. I love the dressing you've created. Cover and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. Hi Words of Deliciousness, kale is really delicious stuff, and this dressing boosts it to another level. Hi, unfortunately, the best I can suggest is to try using google translate to translate the recipes. Hi Jae, there are, as I recall, toasted breadcrumbs in the Pastaria salad, but not in mine - I didn't find the breadcrumbs all that interesting, tastewise. Whip up the lemon dressing by putting all of the dressing ingredients (apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, lemon juice, salt and pepper, olive oil) into a mason jar and shake, shake, shake until it all emulsifies and becomes a sweet, creamy dressing. Hi Baker Street, it is a rather pretty salad, isn't it? Yum I'm a kale nut! Juice the lemons, and add the juice to blender. Hi Lizzy, I think you need to put that jar of anchovies to work in this dish! The salad dressing that you made for you salad sounds delicious. I am looking forward to the roasting chicken post because that is on my bucket list. Thank you for sharing your great review, Bart! I’m happy to hear you loved the salad! I have always cooked my kale except those baby kale that comes in salad bags. Thanks Natasha for another great recipe! To be honest, I haven't tried using kale yet. Left out the onions just because I don’t like onions. It has been in my bucket list of ingredients to try but it's been years :(. Thanks for your comment. Hi Judy, one of the fun things about gardening is each season has its advantages. If you make this recipe, I’d love to see pics of your creations on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter! Hi Malou, it's worth trying - loads of flavor and nutrition. I rinse the chopped leaves a second time to ensure there isn't any dust hidden in the curly leaves then dry in a salad spinner. Thanks for your comment. Hi Claire, there are other ways of preparing kale raw that are tasty, but this is by far the best I've had! Thanks for your comment. I'm Natasha Kravchuk. One popular option is just having a ... Sugar has a split personality. Thanks for the comment. You’re welcome! I wonder if shallots would work, since sometimes red onion can be strong. Hi Olga, that is a great point about iron in kale! Even if you don't think you like kale, try it with this dressing… Perfect for my lunch. It couldn’t be easier, and the results blow store-bought dressings … Huge taste - it' worth trying. It doesn’t taste “fishy,” just pleasantly tangy. Hi Natasha, does it really takes 4 hours to make this salad? Just tell them you're serving a chopped Caesar salad. Yours is my FAVORITE blog. It looks wonderful. Pro Tip: If your honey doesn’t dissolve readily, you can place the bottom of your dressing container into a bowl of hot water to warm it slightly, which should do the trick! Wow mmmmm yummmm another really great awesome hot salad recipe must try. If you aren’t dreaming of kale salads, after you try a bite, you certainly will be. Plate the salad, sprinkle the remaining cheese over the plates (or pass it around at table so diners can add as much as they want), and garnish with optional croutons. It was not bitter at all I left it in the fridge overnight and added the rest of the ingredients in the morning. Also, you might use less craisins so they don’t overwhelm the salad. Working in batches, cut the kale into thin ribbons: gather a large handful of leaves, bunch together … But sweeter. Isn’t it amazing! What if I don’t have pears,what other fruit will work? What a great way to enjoy kale. The result is a creamy, tangy and super healthy salad … A bit of cayenne pepper adds some pleasant zing to the dressing. I added a little extra honey as I like this style of salad a little sweeter, used one salad topper package of cranberries and glazed walnuts for time’s sake, and added feta cheese. Natasha, I have a bed of kale in the garden but it isn’t curly leaf. In addition to resembling Caesar Salad, this dish shares some similarities with. Sure looks good. Add a little more dressing if it needs it (extra dressing can be stored in the fridge and used for any salad.) On the up side, it tastes good — really good. We are so happy you're here. Yum!! Use hands to stir well and massage lightly until kale just starts to wilt. All my favorites in one place! If you’re intimidated by making your own dressing, don’t be! It is packed with Vitamin K, Vitamin A and Vitamin C and is considered one of the most nutritious foods. YUM! We eat a lot of kale salads so trying a completely different version is going to be fun! ;-) Thanks for your comment. What a simple, healthy, beautiful salad! Hi Diana, great minds indeed! I loved the results. That’s great to hear Jo! Hello Karen, that’s nice to know. Hi Carolyn, I hadn't thought about kale being the new "it" vegetable, but now that you mention it, I have been seeing a lot of kale on restaurant menus for some time now. The make-ahead option makes it perfect for serving up at your next party. I love kale salad! Lot of great, young kale early in the growing season. I even started growing it in my backyard this year. Kale is very healthy for you and if u have low irion it helps too. I was excited to find your recipe!! absolutely mouthwatery recipeTasty Appetite. Hi Suzanne, the anchovies really add a nice flavor kick. Kale Avocado Salad… It also offers antioxidants and has so many health benefits. Wonderful idea to use kale for a caesar salad! May i share your recipe in Thai language because they can not read english. The direction tells you to massage the chopped kale with your fingers after adding the oil before the lemon juice. Didn’t have time to refrigerate 4 hours so just fixed it and served. Such a great combo of flavors! But I'm glad to be here and learning something new as always. I love your version and may have to make this one! The simple honey-lemon dressing coats every bite and makes it completely fresh, healthy and delicious! Hi Hotly Spiced, isn't it nice looking? Thank you for sharing that with us! I’m glad you love the recipe Katie! I would add a very small bit of water (1/2 a tbs) at a time to make sure that you do not water it down too much. I wonder if my family would eat this! The recipe that I make is very similar. The dressing sounds very similar to Caesar, which prompts me to add kale to my next Caesar salad too. ;-) They'll lap it right up. What a great healthy recipe! Serve. Definitely will make a batch for Thanksgiving. Thank you very much . This might be a winter salad but it's nearly summer and I want this right now! For dressing, in bowl combine lemon peel and juice, garlic, mustard, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Perfect salad for these autumn evenings. Kale is closer to Swiss chard or the "bitter" greens like mustard (not as heavy duty as collard greens, however). I’ve had a kale salad obsession lately and have been making this dressing often to throw together a quick salad with dinner. I love anchovies + lemon + Dijon combo!! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Connie! I grow Kale and so rarely eat it raw, the dressing sounds perfect, thanks for the recipe and tips !http://promenadeplantings.com/. Hope you enjoy the upcoming recipes, and thanks for your comment. xx. Hi Tanya, I think spinach would be ok but add dressing to taste and you don’t want to marinate the salad in advance since spinach wilts much quicker. And you're right about kale being exceptionally healthy - it's packed with nutrition. You’re welcome Sara! Kale is really turning into the trendy veggie to eat! And roasting a chicken is easy. I tried this salad and it was amazing even without cranberry(as I didn’t have at the moment) But they're easy enough to include - maybe a quarter cup or so of buttered breadcrumbs should work (I'm guessing -I haven't tried this). You want to chop the kale finely because it’s more pleasant to eat than if you leave the pieces large. Perfect for Super Bowl Sunday Pulled pork takes a while to make if you do it the traditional way—12 hours or more of slow cooking wit... Corn Flakes Top this 1950s Classic Many home cooks in the 1950s were mad for the new convenience foods — canned this or powdered th... Top With a Fried Egg for Extra Flavor What to do with leftover St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef ? Add chopped kale to a large bowl, and pour in the dressing. Then one day, I had a bunch of kale and hand and decided to make the dressing again to serve over it. When making the dressing either in the blender or by hand, it’s important to add the oil slowly at first. Thanks for your comment. ;-) It's worth the trip, though - this is a wonderful salad. This is the only way I can eat Kale! With the blender running. Thanks for commenting. Thanks for commenting. Yummo. … This kale salad is simple, yet full of flavor from the freshly grated Parmesan, lemon, garlic and extra virgin olive oil. Why? Remove anchovies from can, drain, and add to blender. At this point, you can store the dressing in an airtight container for several hours or overnight. You’ll have to try the kale and blueberry one as well – it’s a little different but also very good! I think you'll enjoy it. I love your family updates included. Would it make a bug difference? In particular, adding more garlic (if you like garlic) is very pleasant. . Do it once, and you'll do it all the time. Hi Nami, capers would make a nice addition to this salad, I think - I'll give that a try. Then season, and proceed. Wow, I was surprised how good it tasted!, even my husband liked it. Thanx for wonderful recipe. Had everything in the house to make this for dinner except the kale. Thanx. Kale Salad with Lemon Dressing is tossed with currants, radicchio, walnuts, and lemon dressing. You’re looking for pieces perhaps ¼ inch wide (or a bit less) and up to an inch (or so) long. Just made the salad and loved it. Add the mustard and lemon juice and whisk well to combine. My husband and I run this blog together and share only our best, family approved and tested recipes with YOU. Hi Claire, sounds like a good use of your kale to me! Thank you Natasha. Thanks for your comment. When I used to run an underground restaurant, this is the dressing that I would make when I served a kale salad. This recipe is fantastic!!!!!!!!! Toss again until combined. Every bite is so satisfying! Will make it frequently, thanks for sharing! The Quickest Way to Make This Old-Time Favorite     Pickled Watermelon Rind is a traditional dish, and a tasty one. So much flavor in a simple side salad. But wow <3. The dressing coats the leaves without making them soggy, and because of this you can make … Hi Biren, this is so good I'm making it again tonight! Get weekly updates on new recipes, exclusive giveaways plus behind the scenes photos. Be sure not to over-massage it so you don’t end up with mushy kale. I was looking for a kale recipe. Hi Mariana, the feast will be a good one! I recommend letting the kale marinate with the dressing for 4 hours or overnight. I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe, Lily! Though the dressing for this would be the best way to try it for the first time. Hi everydaymaven, isn't the flavor of this type of salad awesome? I made this to use up left over kale from Zuppe Tuscana. Great way to eat kale. Bitter kale is great with pungent, umami-rich and creamy dressings. Never roasted a whole chicken before! And you're right about the dressing - it sounds like a natural to put on roast veggies! Place kale in a salad bowl, add cranberries, and drizzle with all of the dressing. The kale has a somewhat more intense flavor than romaine lettuce, so I think you'll find this salad pleasant. Simple Massaged Kale Salad with Lemon Dressing is ready to eat in under 5 minutes. Thanks for your comment. We should grow it too - we grow tons of Swiss chard because we like it, and kale (I believe) likes a similar growing environment. I know what I'm serving on the side next to our steaks tonight! This salad and a bowl of Creamy Sweet Potato Soup are all we need for the perfect Fall meal. Thanks for stopping by! Thanks for your comment. The honey lemon dressing is so bright, light, and yummy! I'm not so familiar with kale, but the salad looks so fresh, healthy and delicious. Pour the lemon dressing onto the salad and toss to coat everything. Thanks for your comment. Have you tryed substituting it? I make similar dressing for Nicoise salad and it has capers in it and we LOVE that dressing. Oh! Hope you enjoy it, and thanks for commenting. Most green leaf salads like our Autumn Chicken Salad must be eaten soon after they are made but this one just gets better with time! Not so fun! It’s also great in soups like Zuppa Toscana and our Sausage Kale Soup. And yellow onion? Hi! As an emulsion forms, you can add the oil a bit more quickly. P.S. Great post. When You’re Not in the Mood for Marshmallows Everyone roasts meat and poultry. Wash the kale and dry well. I envy you your 20 plants - lots of salad there! Also, you might use less craisins so they don’t overwhelm the salad. Outdoor flavor cooked indoors BBQ beef brisket cooked over a slow, smoky fire? You know what the sad thing is? Experimented tonight and ended up with 4 T lemon juice, 3 T honey, 1 T Agave, 2 T oil, + salt and pepper. ;-) Thanks for commenting. Just give it to me raw! Thank you!!! Thank you for that awesome feedback. I hope you LOVE it!! Along with the best balsamic vinaigrette, this lemon vinaigrette is our go-to salad dressing.A whir in the blender, plus a dose of umami-rich nutritional yeast, make it seriously creamy.I originally developed it for our favorite kale salad, but we just as often use it on a few handfuls of baby spinach. The tangy lemon dressing brings this salad to a whole new level. Such great flavor, and if you're a kale nut, this salad is for you! Dump everything into a bowl and mix. I first worked out this easy tahini dressing a couple months ago, and poured it over a mixture of quinoa, greens, avocado, shredded cabbage and carrots. Thanks for your comment. Thanks for the comment. Thanks for your comment. You’re welcome! I got the inspiration for this salad from Ellwood Thompson’s, a local grocery store here in Richmond. But whatever size you fancy will likely taste good. When the dressing is made, taste and season with salt and pepper to taste. Hi Malak, thank you so much for that suggestion! I've just been getting into kale - another great way to enjoy it - especially with the cheese and the lemon dressing, mm so good! :). We completely LOVE that this Autumn Kale Salad is a make-ahead salad. There is no need to marinate the salad if using spring mix. You will love this Autumn-inspired Kale Salad Recipe with apples, pears, cranberries, and toasted pecans with honey lemon dressing. Tasty, too. Peel the garlic, smash it flat with a knife, and mince finely. I'm going to be trying this! Hi Ilke, it's really good raw. I love your kale salad! It already feels like summer here in New York. Can I use walnuts instead of pecans? So easy to make and so good. Loved the recipe! So good. Remove center stems (just pull them out as you would when cleaning spinach). Learn more... Natasha's top tips to unleash your inner chef! 1. You are very welcome Joanne . Thank you for sharing that wonderful review! Copyright © 2010 - 2019, Kitchen Riffs. The dressing was delicious! Is it a lot like spinach? Definitely something worth trying. But I used baby kale blend and walnuts as that’s what I had….but wow what a salad!!!! This lookes really healthy and delish! I love these flavors you've brought together! What a healthy and delicious looking salad my friend, love kale :DCheersChoc Chip Uru. Rub the kale and dressing together just until the kale starts to wilt. What a wonderful filling salad! The Best Drink You’ve Probably Never Had Most people in the United States have never had a Pimm’s Cup. Hi Jenny, this salad is so good I could make an entire meal out of it! Unfortunately I wont be able to get this health green leaf here so soon. First Comment! Parmesan – in both the salad and the dressing. Hi Mother Rimmy, isn't this a nice salad? Use hands to stir well … If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe. Slowly whisk in oil until … You’re welcome! Creamy garlic dressing. The dressing is great! Otherwise I will be trying this for dinner tonight, Hi Manny, I honestly haven’t tried that and can’t really say. Kale is more versatile than you think. juice of 1 lemon ; water, as needed ; Instructions. I have a similar recipe here: http://eating-made-easy.com/2011/05/26/kale-caesar-salad/ Great minds think alike! It’s so easy to prepare and it’s one of the few green salads that can be made ahead. Hi Natasha, I made this salad more than 3 times , I really love it. , Hi Natasha, can you substitute organic Agave Nectar for the honey? Thanks for sharing! We love this seasonal Kale Salad in the cooler months because it is loaded with all of our favorite Fall ingredients: crisp apples, pears, pecans, and kale of course! Thanks for the tip, I should try that next time! I often like adding it to bean soups. It's just that frost-kissed kale is particularly succulent. Nothing better. This does look really good. Toss … Caesar is probably kale’s most popular dressing. Kale has been doused and in the fridge since last night and I’ll be look forward to the end result tonight. PS. This salad looks super healthy, I have not given raw kale a go yet. Check out more of our favorite Fall Recipes Here. I think you'll like this salad - kale has a lot of flavor to begin with, and combine it with this dressing and you have a really nice dish. Raw kale is naturally a tough green and massaging it helps to soften it up so you can enjoy it without having to cook it. It really does help take the bitterness out and tenderize the leaves without having to wait 4 or 24 hrs. Chop leaves into bite-sized pieces and double rinse the chopped leaves to catch any trapped dust in the curly leaves then thoroughly dry in a salad spinner. This is a must share recipe for sure. I’m so happy to hear that! Thanks for sharing your salad with the caesar dressing idea. 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