KALE AND SUGAR SNAP PEA SALAD

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Here's a recipe Mark Bittman picked up on a road trip with his daughter across the United States, from the Black Market restaurant in Indianapolis. Kale and sugar snap peas combine with a dressing of ginger, miso and rice vinegar, with dried apricots and feta cheese, almonds and mint - a riot of flavors, and an excellent meal.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup canola oil
1/2 cup peeled, chopped ginger
1/4 cup miso paste
1/2 cup rice vinegar, or as needed
Finely grated zest and juice of 2 lemons or limes
1/4 cup sugar, or as needed
Coarse salt and black pepper
2 tablespoons sugar
6 to 8 dried apricots
1 medium bunch kale (Tuscan, red Russian, Winterbor or lacinato), coarse stems removed and discarded, roughly chopped
2 cups sugar snap peas, stemmed
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup almonds, toasted and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves, or as needed

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: In a blender or food processor, combine the oil, ginger, miso, 1/2 cup vinegar, lemon or lime zest and juice, and sugar. Process for about 30 seconds to form a creamy emulsion. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and add vinegar if needed.
  • Make the salad: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the sugar with 1/4 cup water. Add the dried apricots and poach just until rehydrated, 2 to 3 minutes, then remove from heat.
  • In a serving bowl, combine the kale, snap peas and feta. Add salad dressing to taste, and toss well. Sprinkle with almonds and garnish with poached apricots. Sprinkle with mint and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 696, UnsaturatedFat 44 grams, Carbohydrate 48 grams, Fat 53 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 927 milligrams, Sugar 32 grams, TransFat 0 grams

AnaDelia Tapia
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This salad is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. It's also very filling and satisfying.


Delunda Johnson
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The kale is slightly bitter, the sugar snap peas are sweet, and the dressing is tangy and flavorful.


Kieron Sutherland
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This salad is a great way to change up your salad routine. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is delicious.


Yakob Yisak
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Prince Jackson
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This salad is a great make-ahead salad. It's even better the next day.


Bettie Hunter
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I love the addition of the almonds and feta cheese in this salad. They add a nice crunch and flavor.


Naime Vai
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover kale and sugar snap peas.


mumtaz khaskhali
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a favorite. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.


Onen En
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


mozy willz
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Worku Abeman Worku
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very filling and satisfying.


Kolbie Hooper
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I love the combination of kale and sugar snap peas in this salad. The dressing is also very flavorful.


Henry Okiemute
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This is a simple but delicious salad that comes together quickly and is perfect for lunch or dinner.