Make sure to wash your hands well after massaging the salad. Don't skip this step! It really tenderizes the raw veggies and makes them more pleasant to eat and easier digest. As you work the dressing into the greens, they will soften and decrease in volume. Then stick your hands into the bowl and massage the dressing into the veggies for about two to three minutes. Pour the dressing over kale-sprout mixture. Remove the kale leaves from the their stems, then slice the leaves about ¼- to ½-inch thick. Add the sprouts to a large bowl, gently separating the leaves with your fingers as you do. Trim the ends and remove any browned leaves from the sprouts, then thinly slice them about ⅛-inch thick. If you're using table salt, make sure to add it to taste. I used one teaspoon kosher salt to make this dressing. This version is mildly spicy, but you can skip the cayenne (or add less) if you prefer. Tips: The dressing used here is a simplified adaptation of my Maple Vinaigrette recipe (which you could also use). You're going to crave this sweet, spicy vinaigrette, which effortlessly pulls all the flavors together, once learn how easy it is to make! Super simple: just whisk all the ingredients together in a small bowl (or measuring cup), then season to taste. ![]() Make sure to stir often, and watch the nuts closely so they don't burn. You'll toast the nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, which brings out their flavor and makes them extra crunchy. Okay, let's talk about how to make this salad, because it couldn't be easier! How to Make Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad Or take the flavors in a more savory direction by replacing the fruit with roasted sweet potatoes or pumpkin. You could also replace the fresh fruit with dried fruit and swap other nuts for the pecans. If you want to copycat that recipe, simply replace the apples and grapes with ½ cup dried cranberries. I didn't realize it when I created this recipe, but it's pretty similar to Cracker Barrel's Kale Salad. Maple Dressing - This easy-to-make, homemade vinaigrette is a combination of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, cayenne, salt, and pepper. ![]()
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