CHEF JOHN'S RAW KALE SALAD

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If you slice kale thin and toss it with other tasty treats like apple, persimmon, orange, and nuts, the kale mellows out and serves as a perfect foil for other vegetation.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Kale Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
⅓ cup olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 bunch kale
1 persimmon, sliced
1 apple, cut into matchsticks
2 orange, peeled and cut into segments (see footnote)
¼ cup chopped pistachio nuts

Steps:

  • Whisk vinegar, orange juice, Dijon mustard, orange zest, cumin, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl. Slowly pour olive oil into the orange juice mixture, whisking until thick and thoroughly combined. Season dressing with salt and black pepper.
  • Remove stems from each leaf of kale. Stack 3 to 4 leaves of kale and roll together. Finely slice kale leaves crosswise to create thin ribbons.
  • Combine sliced kale, persimmon, apple, orange, and pistachio nuts in a bowl. Add dressing and toss until well coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 115.2 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

Zaid Arain
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Shirin Love
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Overall, this is a good salad that is easy to make and healthy.


Sarim Saddiq
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I would have liked the dressing to be a little more flavorful.


Gulam Yaseen
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This salad is a bit too healthy for my taste.


Kakson Jason
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I'm not a big fan of kale, but this salad is actually pretty good.


Amanda Leffler
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Misbah Bukhari
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I've tried this salad with different types of nuts and seeds, and they all work well. I especially like it with walnuts or pecans.


Norah Gafo
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It's even better the next day.


tusar islam
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I love the addition of the cranberries - they add a nice pop of color and flavor.


Nino
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover kale.


Bailee Bard
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I found the kale to be a bit too bitter for my liking.


Jahanzeb Khan
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The dressing is a little too sweet for my taste, but the salad is still very good.


Bhad Kecy
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of greens. It's also very filling and satisfying.


ariyannah Williams
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Reyaad Ali
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This is my new favorite kale salad recipe! The dressing is so flavorful and the kale is perfectly massaged. I love the addition of the almonds and cranberries - they add a nice crunch and sweetness.


shakib arfin
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the kale, almonds, and cranberries. The dressing is also really good - it's light and tangy, but not too overpowering.


Ruru Kadiri
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This kale salad is a refreshing and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The dressing is light and tangy, and the kale is crisp and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!