Toasted Sesame Massaged Kale Salad Recipes

EASY MASSAGED KALE SALAD (15 MINUTES!)

Steps:

• Once you've rinsed and dried your kale, run your hand along the stem to remove the green leaves from the stalky stem. You don't have to remove the stem completely (we actually enjoy the top 2/3 in the salad), but be sure to compost or reserve the larger bottom stalks for DIY vegetable broth.
• Stack your stalks of kale on top of each other and finely chop. No need to mince, just cut into manageable, bite-size pieces.
• Add kale to a large mixing / serving bowl and top with lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil. Then massage with clean hands for about 3 minutes. The point of massaging is to infuse the kale with the lemon juice and oil, and also to break down some of the tough, fibrous characteristics of kale. This makes it easier to chew and digest, and makes for a more tender salad. Season with salt, massage/toss once more, then set aside.
• Next prepare the dressing by adding tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, and salt (optional) to a medium mixing bowl. Whisk to combine. Then slowly add water until creamy and pourable. The mixture may seize up and thicken at first, but continue adding water a little at a time, whisking until creamy and smooth. Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more lemon juice for acidity, maple syrup for sweetness, or salt to taste. Set aside. (Store leftover dressing in the refrigerator up to 5-7 days - sometimes longer.)
• To serve, top with desired amount of dressing and crispy chickpeas (optional), toss, and serve. Leftovers keep covered in the refrigerator up to 3-4 days (not freezer friendly). We enjoy leftovers chilled, but also find that they sauté nicely (even with the dressing and chickpeas) if you're looking for a cooked version.

TOASTED SESAME MASSAGED KALE SALAD

Steps:

• Pour dressing over kale in large bowl.
• Use your hands to rub dressing into kale 2 min. or until kale is slightly softened.
• Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.

SESAME KALE SALAD

Steps:

• Whisk 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 4 teaspoons sesame oil, 3 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce, 2 teaspoons honey and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt in a large bowl. Chop 1 bunch kale, add to the bowl and toss to coat; let stand 10 minutes. Add 3/4 cup chopped roasted walnuts and 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds. Season with pepper.