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The BEST Kale Salad

My sister-in-law's kale salad recipe, simply the best one I've ever had. Taking the time to massage the kale is key. It helps foster a loving relationship between you and the kale. I'm kidding. It softens the leaves so you're not eating tough-as-hell kale, and makes ALL the difference in a perfect salad.
Course Salad, Side Dish
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large bunch of kale
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp dijon
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 6 oz goat cheese
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries

Instructions
 

  • Gently massage the kale with the salt for a few minutes. Think Swedish, not deep tissue.
  • Mix the dressing. In a small bowl, add the apple cider vinegar, dijon, and maple syrup, then slowly drizzle in the olive oil.
  • Season the sliced onions with a pinch of salt, then sink them into the vinaigrette. Let them sit in there for 15-20 minutes to take the bitterness out of them and pickle them oh-so-nicely.
  • Using your hands, crumble the goat cheese into the kale, then add the cranberries. Toss the salad with the dressing and onions. Best kale salad ever. EVER, I SAID.