Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 bunch lacinato kale
  • ½ small head purple cabbage, shredded or thinly sliced
  • ¼ of red onion, very finely sliced ( see notes)
  • ¼ cup tender herbs of your choosing (optional) cilantro, basil, parsley, chives
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt
  • juice from 1-2 small lemons  – try roasting them first, see notes!
  • 2 garlic cloves finely minced (use a garlic press)
  • pepper and chili flakes to taste
  • Optional seeds for sprinkling – hemp, sunflower , pumpkin seeds

Instruction

  • Remove (cut) thicker stems from the kale, then stack the leaves. Slice them thinly into ribbons and place in a large bowl. Slice the cabbage thinly and add to the bowl. Slice the red onion thinly and add to the bowl.
  • Add the olive oil, salt and minced garlic cloves, give a good toss (or feel free to massage with your fingers). Add lemon juice to taste. You want the salad to taste tangy and flavorful!
  • Season with pepper and chili flakes to taste. Add any fresh herbs or seeds or optional additions (see post body)
  • Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 4 days!