Massaged Kale Salad with Honey-Chipotle Vinaigrette

Full of big flavors and perfect for spring. We served this massaged kale salad next to a fresh piece of grilled salmon and it was sensational. The honey-chipotle vinaigrette paired nicely with the tart tangerines and juice cherry tomatoes. And the slight crunch from the massaged kale was perfectly balanced with the sliced almonds.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chipotle, healthy salad, honey, kale, kale salad

Servings:

Calories: 127kcal

Author: Alyssa

Ingredients

3 cups curly green kale stems removed
1/4 cup cooked quinoa
1 tangerine
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1/4 cup sliced almonds

For the dressing:

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Add the kale to a large mixing bowl, add the quinoa and set aside.
Whisk all the dressing ingredients together. Pour over the kale-quinoa mixture and massage with your hands until the kale has begun to soften and the dressing is fully incorporated. Separate onto two plates.
Garnish each salad with half the tangerine, cherry tomatoes and sliced almonds. Serve immediately.

Notes

gluten-free | dairy-free | refined sugar-free | vegan

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