Sesame & Orange Kale Salad

Im a new believer to the raw kale salad movement. I know,Im late to this party (especially given my love for kale). But better late than never. It was this salad from Snap Kitchen that convinced me a few weeks ago. Bright, tangy, citrusy exactly what Im craving during this part of the winter.

winter / vegan / gluten free

Sesame & orange miso marinated kale salad // loveandlemons.com

I’m a new believer to the raw kale salad movement. I know, I’m late to this party (especially given my love for kale). But better late than never. It was this salad from Snap Kitchen that convinced me a few weeks ago. Bright, tangy, citrusy… exactly what I’m craving during this part of the winter.

I made an asian-inspired version by whisking together a dressing of miso paste, a few squeezes of orange juice and some sesame oil… and added in avocado, and toasted almonds, and pickled red onions.

And speaking of late… I’ve gotta cut this short because I’m halfway out the door to the airport as we speak. I’m heading to Alt Summit today – I can’t wait to meet so many of my blogger friends in person this weekend… if you’re gonna be there, come find me!

sesame & orange kale salad

  PrintAuthor: Serves: serves 2Ingredients
  • 1 bunch raw kale, chopped into small pieces (about 5-6 loose cups)
  • ¼ cup toasted slivered almonds
  • ½ an avocado, chopped
  • miso-citrus dressing (below)
  • pickled red onions (below)
  • sesame tofu (below)
miso-citrus dressing:
  • juice of 1 small orange (around 3-4 tablespoons)
  • 1 tablespoon white miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon agave (or honey or maple syrup)
  • 3 tablespoons sesame oil
  • splash of sriracha
  • squeeze of lime
pickled red onions: (this makes extra)
  • ½ red onion
  • splash of rice vinegar
  • squeeze of lime
  • a few pinches of salt
sesame tofu:
  • 1 block of tofu, sliced into about 8 slices
  • splash of soy sauce (tamari if gluten free)
  • splash of rice vinegar
  • splash of toasted sesame oil
  • sesame seeds & panko bread crumbs to coat
Instructions
  • Pickled red onions: (make at least a few hours in advance) Thinly slice onions (on a mandoline if possible). Blanch in boiling water for 30-60 seconds. Remove and add vinegar, lime and salt. Chill for a few hours in the fridge (or pop them in the freezer to speed the process along, just don't forget about them).
  • Dressing: Whisk together the dressing ingredients, set aside.
  • Kale Salad: Place chopped kale leaves in a large bowl. Pour the dressing on top and (using your hands), massage the dressing into the kale for a minute or so. (This will help take away the bitterness of the leaves). Put the bowl in the fridge for at least 30 minutes -- this salad tastes better the longer you let it sit (up to a day).
  • Sesame Tofu: Slice your tofu and gently pat it with a clean towel to dab up some of the excess water. In an 8×8 square baking pan (with edges), mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Place the tofu slabs into the pan and flip them so you coat both sides. Set aside and let it marinate while you finish everything else (15-20 minutes or so). After it’s marinated, sprinkle both sides of each with some sesame seeds and some panko bread crumbs. Heat a large skillet with some olive oil. When the oil is hot, cook tofu for 2-3 minutes per side. Let cool to room temp and chop into small cubes for the salad.
  • To serve, remove the salad from the fridge and taste and adjust seasonings. Add the avocado, tofu, sliced almonds, and some of the pickled onions.
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