Will Kale Make You Poop?

Yes! Kale has both magnesium and fiber and can help get your digestive system going!

Can Kale give you energy?

Heck Yes! Kale is full of vitamins and can give you a boost in energy, much like most healthy fruits and veggies.

How long does Kale last in the fridge?

Kale can last in the fridge for 4 to 5 days. Once you massage it with olive oil, lemon and salt as described in this post, it will only stay really fresh for 2 days in the proper container.

Why does Kale taste so bad?

It's all in the technique. Kale doesn't taste good raw and is very bitter. By tenderizing the kale with salt, olive oil, and lemon for acidity, it will taste like an entirely different vegetable.

What type of Kale is best for salads?

Curly Kale is easily found at the grocery store and tastes great in salads! Tuscan kale also works fantastic, but sometimes is harder to find.

How To Prep and Soften Kale for Salads

Description

Learn How To Prep, Massage and Soften Kale for salads with olive oil and lemon juice for the perfect method to turn tough, bitter kale into tender and soft greens. If you aren't preparing raw kale salads by massaging it, you need to START!

Ingredients

Scale

1 bunch of curly or tuscan kale (approximately 16 ounces)
3 tablespoons olive oil
juice from 1/2 lemon
1/4 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Begin by rinsing and drying the kale.
Remove each stem by pulling the kale off the stems or cutting down each side of the stem to remove it.
Chop the Kale into bite size pieces and place it into a large bowl.
Coat the Kale with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, juice from 1/2 a lemon and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
With both of your hands, begin to massage the kale. Really get in there and do this for 2 to 3 minutes until the texture looks tender and soft. (See video for demonstration)
Enjoy in any salad of your choice!

Equipment

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Notes

Enjoy this beautifully prepped massaged kale on any salad of your choice. I love to smash up my homemade croutons into smaller pieces and serve on top of this kale with a generous amount of shredded parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: how to
Method: massage
Cuisine: american