Some things take convincing, even when they are extremely popular! If you're not into kale salads yet, maybe I can convince you with this recipe. Savoury, sweet, creamy, crunchy and healthy, SERIOUSLY, all the right elements for a delicious salad.
Ingredients:
1 bunch kale
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp lemon juice
pinch of salt and pepper
3 Ripe Peaches
1 small purple onion
1/4 cup of walnut
1/4 cup of dried cranberries
4 tbsp goat cheese
Optional: Balsamic Reduction
Instructions:
- Preheat BBQ on medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Mix olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper together. Wash and dry kale. Drizzle with olive oil mixutre and gently massage the leaves with your hands until the leaves have soften. Be sure to let your energy and positive vibes radiate from your fingertips into the kale while massaging it. Trust me, it makes a huge difference.
- Cut peaches into quarters being sure to remove the pit. Lightly drizzle with olive oil. Set aside.
- Peel the purple onion and cut in half. Lightly drizzle with olive oil. Set aside.
- Working in batches, place the kale on the grill being sure to turn them often until they are slightly charred and wilted. About 2 - 3 minutes per batch.
- Place peach and purple onion on the hot grill and cook until they have grill marks. About 4 - 5 minutes.
- Roughly chop grilled kale and transfer to a serving bowl or platter. Top with warm grilled peaches, purple onion, walnut, cranberry and goat cheese.
- Drizzle with balsamic reduction and serve.