Soy Free Gluten Free Cranberry Almond Kale Salad

Total time30 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time5 min

Soy Free Gluten Free Cranberry Almond Kale Salad

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the salad

1 bunch curly or lacinato kale (about 8 oz), stems removed, leaves torn into bite-sized pieces
½ tsp kosher salt
¾ cup sliced almonds
½ cup dried cranberries
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¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

For the dressing

3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove, finely grated
¼ tsp kosher salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

1
Place the torn kale in a large mixing bowl and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp kosher salt. Using clean hands, massage the kale firmly for 1–2 minutes until the leaves darken, soften noticeably, and reduce in volume by about a third.
2
Heat a large dry skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and toast, stirring frequently, for 3–4 minutes until golden and fragrant. Transfer immediately to a plate to cool.

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