TUSCAN KALE SALAD
Kale salad may someday go the way of other clichéd salads of yore - the bean salad, the chef's salad, the beet salad with goat cheese. But like all those other venerable mixtures, its ubiquity is due in large part to how good it can be. Take a bunch of raw Tuscan kale (also called lacinato or black kale), which is more delicate than other varieties, and slice it into ribbons. Toss those ribbons with a thick bright dressing of garlic paste, pecorino, lemon juice, olive oil and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Top with freshly toasted bread crumbs and a flurry of pecorino. The leaves are sturdy enough to stand up to the bold flavors and varying textures, but tender when you take a bite.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 20m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Trim bottom 2 inches off kale stems and discard. Slice kale, including ribs, into 3/4-inch-wide ribbons. You should have 4 to 5 cups. Place kale in a large bowl.
- If using bread, toast it until golden on both sides. Tear it into small pieces and grind in a food processor until mixture forms coarse crumbs.
- Using a mortar and pestle, or with the back of a knife, pound garlic into a paste. Transfer garlic to a small bowl. Add 1/4 cup cheese, 3 tablespoons oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper flakes and black pepper, and whisk to combine. Pour dressing over kale and toss very well to thoroughly combine (dressing will be thick and need lots of tossing to coat leaves).
- Let salad sit for 5 minutes, then serve topped with bread crumbs, additional cheese and a drizzle of oil.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 40, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 156 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love
Jazmin Villicana
[email protected]Yum!
arfin hasan
[email protected]This salad was a bit too acidic for my taste. I think I would have preferred a dressing with a little less vinegar. Otherwise, it was a good salad.
Fareed Hassan
[email protected]This salad was amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced and the roasted butternut squash added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Wesley maina
[email protected]I thought this salad was just okay. The kale was a bit too tough for my liking and the butternut squash was not very flavorful. The dressing was also a bit too sweet for my taste.
Shah Tamim
[email protected]This salad was delicious! The kale was tender and the butternut squash was perfectly roasted. The dressing was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Kityo Richard
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again.
Shafran Shaf
[email protected]This salad was a disappointment. The kale was tough and the butternut squash was bland. The dressing was also too sweet for my taste. I would not recommend this recipe.
Kevin B
[email protected]This salad was easy to make and packed with flavor. I loved the combination of kale, butternut squash, and dried cranberries. The dressing was also delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Ayaat Faheem
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of kale salads, but this one changed my mind. The dressing is so flavorful and the roasted butternut squash adds a nice touch of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.
Siya Nleya
[email protected]This Tuscan kale salad was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were so fresh and vibrant. I especially loved the combination of the sweet roasted butternut squash and the tangy dressing. Will definitely be making this again.