How do you make kale for salad less bitter?

That’s what the olive oil and lemon juice are for! The secret to making kale less bitter is massaging the kale for a good minute. Don’t worry – I’ve included this in the instructions for the recipe. The tangy lemon, salty anchovies, and creamy yogurt in the Caesar dressing also help counteract any bitter flavor.

How do you shred kale?

Shredded kale really does taste best, and the easiest way to do this is to put the pre-washed kale in a big bowl and use a pair of kitchen scissors to cut it up. It takes me about one minute to thoroughly cut up a pound of kale. It’s not hard at all, and well worth it so that you have small pieces of tender kale to enjoy, rather than chewing on big, tough, stem pieces.

Easy Kale Caesar Salad Recipe | 4 Simple Ingredients!

Kale Caesar Salad

Kale is a great stand-in for romaine in Caesar Salad! It doesn't get soggy like lettuce and is super nutritious! A great option for salads year-round since kale is in season in cooler weather. Top with parmesan, croutons and your favorite caesar dressing! ::dontwastethecrumbs.com

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Enjoy this easy kale Caesar salad as a side dish or add chicken and Parmesan to make it a meal. Salty, tangy, and fresh, elevate tender kale to next-level delicious!

Author: Tiffany
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: serves 4
Category: Soup & Salad
Method: Chop, Blend
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Salad

1 pound kale
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp lemon juice
Caesar dressing

Caesar Dressing (no-mayo version)

¾ cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat preferred)
3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 Tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
2 oz anchovy filets, drained
1 tsp granulated garlic
1 tsp spicy brown mustard
½ tsp black pepper
¼ cup Parmesan, shredded (optional)

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Instructions

Wash and dry the kale. Place it in a large bowl and using a pair of kitchen scissors, cut the kale into very small pieces.
Add 1 Tbsp olive oil and 1 Tbsp lemon juice to the kale leaves and using your hands, massage the leaves very well for one full minute.

Prepare the Caesar Salad Dressing (no-mayo)

Combine all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor.
Blend or process until smooth, about 30 seconds. Serve immediately or store in a jar with a lid for 3-5 days. Shake gently before serving.

Toss the salad dressing with the kale using a pair of tongs. Serve as desired!

Notes

Note: I included my no-mayo salad dressing recipe simply because it’s a little lighter. If you want the full, rich version, here’s that recipe.

Caesar Salad Dressing

½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup yogurt
2 tsp spicy brown mustard
2 garlic cloves
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
½ tsp black pepper
2 oz anchovy fillets, drained
1 lemon, juiced (about 2 Tbsp juice)

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a blender. Puree on low until smooth, about 30-45 seconds.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 225

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