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    Appetizers » Grapefruit Kale Chiffonade Salad

    Published: Jun 28, 2012 · Modified: Jun 27, 2015 by Kristina Sloggett · This post may contain affiliate links · 43 Comments

    Grapefruit Kale Chiffonade Salad

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    Grapefruit Kale Chiffonade Salad - a brightly colored and vibrantly flavored array of textures will satisfy all senses - sweet, savory and tart; crunchy, salty, and fresh!

     

    Grapefruit Kale Chiffonade Salad

    I made a new kale salad yesterday. I chiffonaded the kale.

    Then piled it high in glorious salad freshness, and added grapefruit segments and hazelnuts.

    Kale and grapefruit and hazelnuts, oh my.

    Grapefruit Kale Chiffonade Salad

    One thing I definitely learned in my class this month?

    The beauty of massaging kale.

    I am now positive that I have enjoyed this phenomenon at restaurants, but have never done it myself. I always thought, meh, that's weird, giving it a side eye.

    um, guys? I have been proven wrong. Massaging kale is absolutely the best thing you can do it, and wow it makes a fantastically awesome salad - breaking down the kale, giving it a softness, infusing whatever flavors you give to the dressing that massages...

    It is messy, but absolutely worth that mess.

    So I'm thinking massaging and chiffonading is just the perfect thing for a salad.

    Grapefruit Kale Chiffonade Salad

    Grapefruit Kale Chiffonade Salad

    soy, dairy, gluten free, vegan

    serves 4-6

    INGREDIENTS:

    4-5 large bunches kale, stems/ribs removed
    1 grapefruit, peeled
    ½ cup candied hazelnuts, chopped 

    INSTRUCTIONS:

    Chiffonade kale (roll up and slice thin). Place in large bowl and massage with dressing (recipe below). Peel grapefruit and remove pith. Divide each segment into 2-3 pieces each, add to kale. Top kale and grapefruit with chopped hazelnuts, serve immediately.

    maple grapefruit dressing

    soy, dairy, gluten free, vegan

    juice of 1 grapefruit
    2 tablespoons olive oil
    1 tablespoon tahini
    ½ tablespoon maple syrup
    pinch sea salt 

    Using a whisk or blender, combine all ingredients. 

    Grapefruit Kale Chiffonade Salad

    I am already thinking of the next time I can make this salad. Preferably when I am having at least a few people over, so I can double the recipe and make a lot.

    Yum.

    Grapefruit Kale Chiffonade Salad

     

     

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    1. Karen says

      March 04, 2015 at 12:28 pm

      Chiffonade! Fancy! Beautiful salad too =)

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    2. Brandy M says

      March 04, 2015 at 9:36 am

      This looks like a light refreshing salad. I have a grapefruit tree out back! I think this could be my lunch today!

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      • Kristina Sloggett says

        March 04, 2015 at 10:44 am

        oooh Brandy am I ever envious of your tree! we have a cherry tree that I love, but I have always wanted a citrus tree... I hope this IS your lunch today - enjoy!

        Reply
    3. Barbara @ Spirited Cook says

      March 04, 2015 at 6:44 am

      Massaging kale makes all the difference! Love the dressing!

      Reply
      • Kristina Sloggett says

        March 04, 2015 at 10:46 am

        it really does make the difference, Barbara - transforms the kale!

        Reply
    4. Christine from Cook the Story says

      March 04, 2015 at 5:13 am

      The candied walnuts in this salad sound like a great addition.

      Reply
    5. pam (Sidewalk Shoes) says

      March 04, 2015 at 4:32 am

      I've never heard of massaging kale!

      Reply
      • Kristina Sloggett says

        March 04, 2015 at 10:47 am

        massaging softens the kale, Pam - especially if you have some sort of acid, like citrus. 🙂

        Reply
    6. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

      March 03, 2015 at 11:29 pm

      For the longest time, I HATED kale because 1. It cost $8.95 a bunch here. 2. I never massaged it before eating it. 3. I made kale chips and overcooked them and they disintegrated in my hands. Now that I learnt key kale lessons, I'm a huge fan. Chiffonade? So fancy.

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      • Kristina Sloggett says

        March 04, 2015 at 10:50 am

        chiffonade IS fancy, but that's not why I do it (I know, surprised?). you should try the chiffonade on kale sometime - like, soon - it helps to break down / soften the kale that much more, and also makes it EASIER TO EAT. ha. because that's what we need...

        happy to hear you have come over to the Kale Side. *flashes Kale Gang Sign*

        Reply
    7. Kirsten says

      December 01, 2013 at 12:49 pm

      Kristina,
      Thanks for giving me the link to include in my upcoming Band Fruit Fundraiser Recipe Round Up! It will be published on 12/4/2013!

      Reply
    8. Gabby @ the veggie nook says

      August 03, 2012 at 4:53 pm

      This is gorgeous! So light and refreshing!

      Thanks for submitting to HVF 🙂

      Reply
      • spabettie says

        August 07, 2012 at 9:47 am

        thank you, Gabby!

        Reply
    9. It's Carmen says

      July 06, 2012 at 2:12 pm

      Wow, looks divine. Grapefruit would be smashing in a salad!

      ♥ It's Carmen

      Reply
    10. kristy @ gastronomical sovereignty says

      July 06, 2012 at 10:02 am

      i don't just dole out massages unless i have a promise of getting one in return... somehow, i think that may be difficult in this case 😉

      thank you for sharing with Fresh Foods Wednesday – hope to see you back next week!

      Reply
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