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Summer Kale Salad

Published: Jul 13, 2015 Β· Modified: May 10, 2021 by Rebecca Pytell Β· This post may contain affiliate links.

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A simple summer salad you can whip up in no time. By massaging the kale, you can turn anyone into a kale lover, along with giving them the fresh nutrition of summer veggies all flavored with simple lemon juice!

Summer Kale Salad | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A perfect all vegetable salad for an easy summer side dish, healthy, allergy-free, and simply flavored with bright lemon juice!I've been meaning to actually write down and photograph this recipe since I started my blog! I've been making it for years and it has become a family classic. This was actually the dish I used to first introduce my family to kale. Specifically, my mom fell in love with it! But the secret I've learned to get anyone to love kale is to massage it! You MUST massage raw kale! That's how you get the bitter/harsh taste away and you get in all the flavors you, in! Plus it releases all the nutrients and makes it softer (easier to chew) too!

Summer Kale Salad | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A perfect all vegetable salad for an easy summer side dish, healthy, allergy-free, and simply flavored with bright lemon juice!

Really, the art of making a kale salad (and getting requests from picky family members to make it again and again), is to massage the kale and massage in the flavor, then letting it "marinate" in the fridge before serving it! Besides that (which you need your hands for! But the Pump 'N Clean will keep things neat and tidy!), you just need to chop up the other veggies and juice a lemon! Bam! You will have the perfect summer side salad in no time!

Summer Kale Salad

Summer Kale Salad | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A perfect all vegetable salad for an easy summer side dish, healthy, allergy-free, and simply flavored with bright lemon juice!

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A simple summer salad you can whip up in no time. By massaging the kale, you can turn anyone in to a kale lover, along with giving them the fresh nutrition of summer veggies all flavored with simple lemon juice!

  • Author: Rebecca Pytell
  • Yield: 6-8 1x
  • Category: Side Dish, Salad
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 Heaping Cups of Torn Curly Kale
  • 1 Large Zucchini (sliced and halved)
  • 1 Large Vine Ripe Tomato (chopped)
  • 1 Β½ Cups Snow Peas (chopped)
  • 2 Scallions (green and white parts, chopped)
  • Zest of 1 Small Lemon
  • Juice of 1 Small Lemon
  • 2 TB Chopped Fresh Parsley
  • Β½ Tsp Garlic Powder
  • ΒΌ Tsp Onion Powder
  • ΒΌ Tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare all you veggies Β and set aside. Then in a very large bowl add the kale, lemon zest and juice, garlic, onion, and pepper. Massage that baby till those flavors are in the kale and the kale turns a darker color. You'll know when it's good!
  2. Now add in all the other veggies, give everything another toss until everything is mingled. The refrigerate overnight or at least 4 hours until serving!

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Summer Kale Salad | Strength and Sunshine @RebeccaGF666 A perfect all vegetable salad for an easy summer side dish, healthy, allergy-free, and simply flavored with bright lemon juice!

This is one of those salads that keeps on giving too! You think you ate a ton of it, but there is still more in the container! I guess it really makes it perfect for those summer parties and cook-outs! All hail the kale! I assure you, even non-kale lovers will love this super healthy salad!

So tell me:

+ Are you a kale lover or kale hater? Kale rocks, and it has become my go-to dish to bring to parties of all kinds! Even in the winter with this version!


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Comments

  1. kimmythevegan

    July 30, 2015 at 6:29 pm

    Nothing beats a massaged, marinated kale salad! It's one of my all time favourite staples =)

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 30, 2015 at 6:54 pm

      Yes! A staple for sure!

      Reply
  2. Deborah Davis

    July 22, 2015 at 4:52 pm

    What's summer without great salads and Who can resist this healthy, delectable dish!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 22, 2015 at 5:11 pm

      So right!

      Reply
  3. Deborah Davis

    July 20, 2015 at 10:43 pm

    What's summer without salad and who can resist this delectable lemon-y kale salad! I'm pinning and sharing.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 21, 2015 at 8:03 am

      So true!

      Reply
  4. Karen Patten

    July 20, 2015 at 12:55 pm

    Massaging! That's the trick. I love kale salads that I eat out, but can't seem to replicate them at home. You're the second person that's advised massaging the kale. You're significantly more credible than my last recommendation πŸ™‚ I'll give it a try!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 20, 2015 at 1:49 pm

      Hahahaha, it will make all the difference πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  5. Jennifer Stewart

    July 19, 2015 at 1:13 pm

    I never really ate kale and I know now that people that were making the salads and serving them were not massaging it enough! I have started using kale and cooking it down but I think I am going to try this salad! I'm Paleo right now so this is perfect!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 19, 2015 at 1:42 pm

      Yea! No need to always cook it! You can enjoy it raw just my really getting your hands dirty πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  6. Stephanie

    July 18, 2015 at 10:27 am

    Perfect Summer salad!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 18, 2015 at 11:15 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  7. Elise @frugalfarmwife.com

    July 17, 2015 at 3:07 pm

    Looks so yummy! I've always cooked kale because of the tough texture of raw kale. Guess I"ll have to try massaging it!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 17, 2015 at 3:48 pm

      Right! You can still enjoy it raw!

      Reply
  8. David @ Spiced

    July 17, 2015 at 12:53 pm

    What an awesome (and easy) recipe...perfect for summer! Bring on the kale! Thanks for sharing. #client

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 17, 2015 at 1:10 pm

      Thank you! Gotta love kale!

      Reply
  9. Marla

    July 17, 2015 at 9:33 am

    Hi Rebecca,
    I love this salad recipe especially adding the snow peas. I also like your review on the green cleaning product - its good to know that they are actually making some toxic free cleaning products. I prefer to make my own but not every does.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 17, 2015 at 12:16 pm

      Thank you!
      Haha, buying is so much easier πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  10. Angie

    July 17, 2015 at 8:33 am

    Hi Rebecca! I love your summer kale salad. In fact, kale is probably the one vegetable I grow the most in my garden, so I'm looking forward to trying this.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 17, 2015 at 12:13 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  11. Cristina @ I Say Nomato

    July 17, 2015 at 8:20 am

    This is such a beautiful, fresh salad! I've never heard of massaging kale, I'm going to have to look into it further!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 17, 2015 at 8:21 am

      Thanks! There's not much else to look into....? You're just making the hard leaves softer and releasing the nutrients for easier absorption.

      Reply
  12. Kate Thompson

    July 17, 2015 at 5:32 am

    Love the massaging idea! We love Kale and it is so good for you. It is one of the veggies most likely to contain high levels of pesticides so good washing is important. Thanks for linking up! #freefromfridays

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 17, 2015 at 6:09 am

      Yes, totally right! Thanks dear!

      Reply
  13. Angela @ Setting My Intention

    July 17, 2015 at 12:40 am

    I love kale! I love it with a peanut sauce. So yummy! I haven't convinced my kids of it - but may try kale chips with them to get started! Visiting from Let's Get Real Friday Link Party.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 17, 2015 at 3:54 am

      That sounds like a great combo!
      You may get them with some cheezy kale chips!

      Reply
  14. Wheelie Good Meals

    July 16, 2015 at 7:27 pm

    This is another great post with an ingredient I've never used like Quinoa. My mother is a big fan of Kale so I'm going to have to give it a go! #BrilliantBlogPosts

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 16, 2015 at 7:28 pm

      You'll love it!

      Reply
  15. K's Mum

    July 16, 2015 at 7:05 am

    love salad! should definitely give this a try! πŸ™‚ #brilliantblogposts

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 16, 2015 at 7:18 am

      Yes! Thanks!

      Reply
  16. HonestMum

    July 15, 2015 at 6:36 pm

    Wow delicious, I've not thought of eating kale raw, brilliant!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 15, 2015 at 6:47 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  17. Kathy

    July 15, 2015 at 10:36 am

    Visiting from the Recipe Swap. Thank you for sharing this awesome Kale Salad with us.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 15, 2015 at 11:31 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
  18. Carly aka Mummy

    July 15, 2015 at 5:05 am

    I must admit Im not a massive fan of kale but having recently started a ketogenic diet I really need to fill up more on dark green veg. This looks perfect. #tastytuesdays

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 15, 2015 at 7:50 am

      I hope you give this a try then!

      Reply
  19. Sue

    July 15, 2015 at 12:19 am

    I have never heard of 'massaging' kale - you really can learn something new every day. The recipe looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 15, 2015 at 7:45 am

      It's a must!

      Reply
  20. Rachel Pattison (Little Chef Big Appetite)

    July 14, 2015 at 6:33 pm

    I totally agree! Massaging the kale is key! And this recipe looks like a winner!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 14, 2015 at 7:11 pm

      Yes! And thank you!

      Reply
  21. Chrisy @ Homemade Hooplah

    July 14, 2015 at 12:39 pm

    I always wondered why kale was so popular in salads, but didn't realize the key was to massage it. Learn something knew every day πŸ™‚ And I'll have to pick up some of that cleaner - I love to cook, but the kitchen looks like a bomb went off when I'm done. Anything to help clean everything quickly (and safely, without harsh chemicals) would be perfect for me.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 14, 2015 at 12:43 pm

      Totally! The secret to a good salad really is the massage!
      Hahahaha πŸ˜‰ I try to clean as I go so having something easy and safe to use is a must!

      Reply
  22. Annmarie

    July 14, 2015 at 10:40 am

    I'm all about kale salads lately! I think I've eaten one every day for the last week! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 14, 2015 at 11:56 am

      That's dedication πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  23. Debra @ Worth Cooking

    July 14, 2015 at 8:35 am

    I keep seeing "massaged kale" but this is the first time I have read why you do it. I love the bright vibrant color of kale but have only ever cooked it because I don't like it raw but have not tried massaging it.

    As for the answer to your question, I used to make almost all my cleaners but now I just buy natural ones. So much easier!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 14, 2015 at 8:43 am

      Yes, yes , yes!! You will be eating it raw (but massaged) all the time now! It makes all the difference!
      Homemade is always awesome, but yea, I don't have time for that πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  24. Vicki Montague - The Free From Fairy

    July 14, 2015 at 7:05 am

    Ooo that looks good. I have never massaged kale before and since a huge bag of it just arrived with the shopping I shall be trying this out! Thanks.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 14, 2015 at 8:06 am

      Totally! This is the way to go!

      Reply
  25. Sarah James

    July 14, 2015 at 2:52 am

    Your Kale salad looks delicious, thanks for sharing the tip for massaging the leaves. Popping over from #TastyTuesdays

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 14, 2015 at 8:13 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  26. Shannon Peterson

    July 14, 2015 at 2:25 am

    Yum! This sounds like the perfect crisp summer salad!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 14, 2015 at 8:12 am

      It totally is!

      Reply
  27. Des @ Life's Ambrosia

    July 14, 2015 at 1:02 am

    I love kale salads, my husband not so much. Maybe this one will convince him!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 14, 2015 at 4:14 am

      I think it will πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  28. Kristy @ Southern In Law

    July 13, 2015 at 11:58 pm

    You have me craaaaaaaaaaving summer! Here I am eating soup, trying to keep warm haha

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 14, 2015 at 4:14 am

      Well you can have soup AND salad πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  29. Jeanette | Jeanette's Healthy Living

    July 13, 2015 at 9:53 pm

    I love kale and I try to buy environmentally friendly household products whenever I can.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 14, 2015 at 8:12 am

      Awesome!

      Reply
  30. genevieve @ gratitude & greens

    July 13, 2015 at 9:51 pm

    I love massaging kale! I know so many kale haters but I am definitely not one of them. I buy cleaning products if I have to, but I find that soap and water or vinegar usually does the trick. Happy Monday!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 14, 2015 at 8:12 am

      Kale lovers unite!

      Reply
  31. Megan @ Skinny Fitlaicious

    July 13, 2015 at 9:33 pm

    I eat kale daily. I just started this year & OMG I have no idea how I lived my life without it. Love the new Clorox Green Works. Just bought some myself a few weeks ago. πŸ˜‰

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 14, 2015 at 8:11 am

      We should all have some kale in out lives πŸ˜‰
      Woohoo for Green Works!

      Reply
  32. Healing Tomato

    July 13, 2015 at 8:52 pm

    I had no idea that you need to massage kale. I have to try this method. This is such a wonderful recipe for kale salad.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 14, 2015 at 8:10 am

      Yes!! It's so much better! Thanks dear!

      Reply
  33. Amy @ Happy Healthy RD

    July 13, 2015 at 7:22 pm

    I love kale! I had a similar experience with introducing kale to my family and since I told them about massaging it, they always now joke about my kale salads being so relaxed. πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 14, 2015 at 8:09 am

      Hahahaha πŸ˜‰ But it's the truth and the only way to make a good kale salad!

      Reply
  34. Michelle @ Vitamin Sunshine

    July 13, 2015 at 7:10 pm

    I never thought about having to clean a kitchen so vigilantly due to celiac! I have life threatening allergies as well (peanuts, soy), but I guess I have been lucky enough to always live where people understand that. My husband doesn't care enough about peanuts to keep them around, so our house is peanut free, and my mom always kept a peanut free kitchen-- and I had thoughtful roommate who, if they kept it at all, kept is away from the kitchen-- mostly, they switched to AB with me πŸ™‚

    This salad looks like exactly what I've been craving all summer-- lots of freshness. I love that you use just lemon juice and spices/herbs to flavor it-- I have been using mainly lemon and lime juice, olive oil, and tiny bits of vinegar this summer-- the citrus is where it's at! Sharing πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 14, 2015 at 8:09 am

      Celiac is just as severe as an allergy and in the long term, cross contamination can cause deadly results.
      Citrus or some vinegar (just a little acid) is always the best! Let the veggies shine!

      Reply
  35. chrysta @ noshed

    July 13, 2015 at 4:54 pm

    I love kale and can always use more in my life. I have recipes like that too...I've made them for so long but never really wrote them down. Im so glad you did so with this salad as it looks awesome! I was totally diggin the review too! Personally I always use natural cleaners in the house (not to mention I at Target a ridiculous amount) So great to know! Thanks so much!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 5:20 pm

      Thank you so much!!! Those random recipes you always make that just seem so ordinary, are some of the best!
      I want to switch to all natural cleaners, slowly, hopefully, I can do that fully!

      Reply
  36. Evolve with Mary

    July 13, 2015 at 4:43 pm

    I'm a Kale lover but everyone else in my family aren't big fans. No matter how I present it to them they find the kale, complain about the kale, ridicule the kale, and then they don't eat the kale. I never knew massaging Kale changes the color and texture of this delicious Super Food. Can't wait to try this salad for myself.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 5:25 pm

      You can eat this bad boy all yourself then πŸ˜‰ There will be a lot though!

      Reply
  37. Harriet Emily

    July 13, 2015 at 4:17 pm

    I love a kale salad!! This looks so delicious, and I love that you massaged the kale and added zucchini - mmmm!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 4:20 pm

      The veggies in this are so random I feel, but I guess that's what I had on hand when I made this years ago! Hahaha!

      Reply
  38. Laura O

    July 13, 2015 at 4:02 pm

    I'd never heard of massaging kale! I know that freezing it for smoothies takes away some of the bitterness, but I'm glad to know this new trick.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 4:19 pm

      To eat it raw as a salad green, massaging is so essential!

      Reply
  39. Cynthia @ You Signed Up For WHAT?!

    July 13, 2015 at 3:53 pm

    I love kale but I'm always hesitant to use it in salads since the whole family doesn't love it - this looks great! And I like the look of the Green Works cleaner!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 3:59 pm

      Totally massage it! It's so much more enjoyable!!! Thanks Cynthia!

      Reply
  40. Kelly @ TastingPage

    July 13, 2015 at 3:49 pm

    I love natural cleaners AND kale. That's a winning combination!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 4:00 pm

      Haha, you bet πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  41. Anu-My Ginger Garlic Kitchen

    July 13, 2015 at 3:40 pm

    This kale salad looks so fresh, delish and so healthy! YUMMY!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 4:00 pm

      Totally healthy! Thanks dear!

      Reply
  42. Lisa @ RunWiki

    July 13, 2015 at 3:37 pm

    I love a simple farm fresh salad dressed with lemon juice and salt and pep! It really lets the flavor of the veggies shine and adds that acidic punch.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 4:14 pm

      Totally! I don't understand people who drown their salads in tons of dressing! I love the FLAVOR of the veggies!

      Reply
  43. Michele @ paleorunningmomma

    July 13, 2015 at 3:33 pm

    I'm a kale lover for sure, especially crispy kale! But salads are great too especially with a great dressing that compliments the flavor of the kale! Will definitely check out the cleaning product too since cleaning my kitchen is almost a full time job at this point πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 4:16 pm

      And with all those great recipes you've been cooking up, cleaning is a must πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  44. Joscelyn | Wifemamafoodie

    July 13, 2015 at 3:14 pm

    I love kale, but it can be a little bitter in salad. Your massaging method sound brilliant and I can't wait to try it! No more bitter kale will change my life forever!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 3:58 pm

      It will!!!! You will love kale so much more! It's softer, less bitter, and just tastier!

      Reply
  45. Alisa @ Go Dairy Free

    July 13, 2015 at 3:13 pm

    For the most part, we somewhat make our own cleaners, but that looks like a great product!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 4:17 pm

      One day I'll give my DIY skills a try at that!

      Reply
  46. Sarah

    July 13, 2015 at 3:09 pm

    I am all over kale salads, yum! I wish I could eat them everyday but kale is one of those things I'm suppose to cut back on (I still think my doc is not the smartest but... ) but oh do I enjoy every single bite of them!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 4:18 pm

      Ah, yea, the roughage can get me too πŸ˜› But yes, every bite is savored!

      Reply
  47. Ilona's Passion

    July 13, 2015 at 2:31 pm

    This kale salad looks delicious! It's my favorite veggie lately:)

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 4:18 pm

      YAY! I love a kale-lover πŸ˜‰ Hahaha!

      Reply
  48. Natalie | Feasting on Fruit

    July 13, 2015 at 1:43 pm

    Any salad with kale, tomato, and lemon I'm all for! This is wonderfully simple <3 I always try to channel my inner masseuse when I'm working with kale, because you're right it's all about the massaging...and leaving it the fridge overnight helps too πŸ˜‰

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 1:49 pm

      A food masseuse! That would be a killer job πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  49. Linda @ Veganosity

    July 13, 2015 at 1:29 pm

    I only buy natural products from companies that don't test on animals, so this product is out for me.

    Love kale! I use a rolling pin to massage the kale, it does a great job. Love your recipe Rebecca!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 1:48 pm

      Perfect!
      Haha, go all out! I like getting my hands dirty πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  50. Kat | curlsnchard.com

    July 13, 2015 at 1:26 pm

    I usually opt for natural cleaning products and have got my family to use them too. The have gotten so much better over the years! I remember when I was younger, natural cleaning products really sucked! But now, I have come across so many good, affordable ones πŸ™‚
    Your kale salad sounds delicious - I can't really get hold of kale where I live, but I think this would taste great with card too!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 1:48 pm

      I could imagine! Progress, progress!
      Any dark heavy green would be yummy!

      Reply
  51. Liz

    July 13, 2015 at 12:12 pm

    Love kale! Such a great base for a salad. This looks great!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 12:12 pm

      It is! Just so hearty and stands up to anything!

      Reply
  52. Rachel @ Athletic Avocado

    July 13, 2015 at 11:00 am

    Kale is the bomb! This looks like the perfect lunch with a soup or sandwich!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 12:10 pm

      Yea! Perfect side salad!

      Reply
  53. Lora

    July 13, 2015 at 10:30 am

    Kale yeah! Love love love every kind of Kale salad! Definitely making this! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 12:10 pm

      Love the kalthusiasium! πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  54. Trish

    July 13, 2015 at 10:02 am

    This looks delicious and so healthy! I love the addition of snow peas.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 12:09 pm

      Random addition, but so good!

      Reply
  55. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl

    July 13, 2015 at 9:39 am

    I love me a good kale salad.... and the Pump 'n Clean πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 12:09 pm

      Hahahaha, I noticed πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  56. Melissa

    July 13, 2015 at 9:27 am

    I love massaged kale salads! So good - this one looks so refreshing too. Yum. Will have to try it!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 12:09 pm

      Totally! Thank you!

      Reply
  57. Greg Jesensky

    July 13, 2015 at 9:26 am

    I never heard about massaging your kale. I have always preferred spinach over kale because of the toughness of kale. I will give this a try. Thanks for the tip and the great recipe!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 12:11 pm

      Massaging is a must for raw kale!

      Reply
  58. Deby

    July 13, 2015 at 8:42 am

    You made me think of Kale. Check out my Kale blog. Might make you laugh. Your salad looks beautiful and good..

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 9:25 am

      A kale blog? Haha!

      Reply
  59. Ashley @ Fit Mitten Kitchen

    July 13, 2015 at 8:41 am

    I love kale! I remember a couple summers ago when I first started buying it from the local markets. This one lady started telling use to massage the kale... and we looked at her like she was nuts! But now I totally agree, it makes it taste so much better!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 12:12 pm

      I feel like I'd choke on it if I didn't give it a rub down, hahaha!

      Reply
  60. Farrah

    July 13, 2015 at 8:32 am

    Someday when I grow up (hehehe), I want a kitchen with lots of counterspace! :]! I haven't seen that cleaner before, but will try to remember it when we run out of ours! :O

    That kale salad looks delicious! I love good salads that still have a bunch left over even after you think you've eaten a bunch! πŸ˜›

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 9:25 am

      Girl...same! I have the tiniest slap of usable counter space....the rest has STUFF on it. I want a big island!
      Thank you!!!

      Reply
  61. Emily @ My Healthyish Life

    July 13, 2015 at 8:20 am

    I like kale when it's massaged in lemon and/or avocado, not so much when it's plain though! My favorite grab-and-go salad this summer has been a kale + avocado salad actually.

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 9:24 am

      Doubling the greens (avo+kale) is always a good thing πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  62. Debbie

    July 13, 2015 at 8:13 am

    I love green products, and it's a must for me that they're not tested on animals.

    I love kale salads, though I admit I put a drop of oil in when I massage the kale. πŸ™‚

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 8:14 am

      I know! It's so wonderful to find and I love that it's affordable!
      No oil needed here! The lemon juice really works to do the trick!

      Reply
  63. Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom

    July 13, 2015 at 7:45 am

    It is so nice to see that there are products being made that are much better for our environment and bodies. Love this salad too!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 8:03 am

      I know! The more natural we can be the better!

      Reply
  64. Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner

    July 13, 2015 at 7:35 am

    great simple combo of veggies. I love kale salads. Thanks for linking up! Haven't seen that cleaner yet either so I will check it out

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 7:43 am

      Kale salads are the best!

      Reply
  65. Tina Muir

    July 13, 2015 at 6:43 am

    I love summer kale salads! I never know which kale to buy though. Recently I have been going for the.....well...the non-tom-curly haha. The one that looks like spinach...but darker. I do like that one too though, and this is a great recipe for it! Thanks for linking up for meatless monday!

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    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      July 13, 2015 at 7:44 am

      Dinosaur kale!!! I love that one too! Easier to chew πŸ˜‰

      Reply

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Soft, chewy, tender, pillowy, perfect gluten-free Soft, chewy, tender, pillowy, perfect gluten-free naan! πŸ‘ŒπŸ˜˜πŸžπŸ«“
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This 4-Ingredient Noshable Naan is πŸ‘‡
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The perfect side to soak up all that chana masala goodness I shared with y'all last week! This super duper easy gluten-free naan is just 4 ingredients! You favorite gluten-free flour @kingarthurbaking, yeast, salt, and a pinch of sweetener @swervesweetie. Cook them on a hot flat skillet or griddle! They are so easy to customize with herbs and spices, vegan cheese, lots of garlic; however you want to jazz it up! πŸ₯³πŸžβœŒοΈ
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Hot and fresh of the updated-blog-post stove! One Hot and fresh of the updated-blog-post stove! One of my all-time FAVORITE recipes, posted back in 2013 (yes, a decade ago!), has finally been refreshed, reshot, and given some much-deserved love and attention! πŸ‘ŒπŸ˜˜
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Easy Chana Masala (Vegan, Gluten-Free) πŸ€€πŸ™ŒπŸ½
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This Gobblicious Garbanzo Curry is πŸ‘‡
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You can never go wrong with a quick and easy curry and this one is a classic! Just canned chickpeas, @muirglen tomatoes, onion, garlic, tons of aromatic and fragrant Indian spices @simplyorganicfoods, and my secret ingredient...a handful (or two) of spinach! Made in one pot or skillet (I use my @lodgecastiron ) and top it with some fresh cilantro and a splash of lemon juice if you so desire! πŸ₯°
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Crispy, charred, and popped snow pea magic! 🀩 * Crispy, charred, and popped snow pea magic! 🀩
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Crispy Air Fryer Snow Peas (Easy, Oil-Free) πŸ€€πŸ‘πŸ₯—
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Grab a big β€˜ole pile of fresh and crisp snow peas, your spices and dried herbs of choice, toss, and let your @gowiseusa air fryer do all the crispy roasting magic! Make them as charred and popped as you want (you know I go far on the β€œburnt” side)! πŸ₯³πŸ˜‹
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Sweet, salty, and incredibly giftable...🎁 * Sun Sweet, salty, and incredibly giftable...🎁
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Sunflower Seed Brittle (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free) πŸ˜‹πŸ¬
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Skip the peanuts and make this allergy-friendly sunflower seed brittle instead! You only need some roasty toasty full-flavor @gerbsallergyfriendlyfoods salted sunflower seeds (or unsalted and add your own to taste!), vegan honey (or normal honey if you so choose), and some granulated sweetener @swervesweetie or sugar! Add in any other fun flavors like spices and extracts or keep it simple! You can even make it chewier with my tips and tricks! 😍
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Fun Fact: This is a riff on my famous sesame crunch candy! Since sesame is now a top allergen, I decided to make a free-from version for you! (I actually made this recipe last Christmas season but ran out of time to post it!) πŸ€©πŸŽ„πŸŽπŸ™ŒπŸŽ…
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Soft and chewy snickerdoodles with just the right amount of cinnamon and that iconic tang from the cream of tartar! Made with @kingarthurbaking GF flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, @simplyorganicfoods cinnamon, @countrycrock vegan butter, a splash of @watkins.1868 vanilla, @swervesweetie granulated sugar, and some applesauce for extra moisture! πŸŽ„πŸͺπŸŽ…
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Soft, chewy, rich, and smokey-sweet MOLASSES COOKI Soft, chewy, rich, and smokey-sweet MOLASSES COOKIES! 😱πŸͺ✌️
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Gluten-Free Soft Molasses Cookies (Vegan, Allergy-Free) πŸ˜‹πŸͺ
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Easy, Quick, Simple Recipe & Ingredients πŸ’œ
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Soft and chewy with the rich and deep flavor of molasses, perfectly spiced, subtly sweet, with that hint of sparkly sugar crunch on the outside edges! Warm from the oven, these classic cookies are a cozy nostalgic bite of yum! With @kingarthurbaking GF flour, baking soda, a pinch of @simplyorganicfoods ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, some @countrycrock vegan butter, a splash of @watkins.1868 vanilla, brown sugar @swervesweetie and granulated, and of course @wholesomesweet molasses! πŸŽ„πŸͺπŸŽ…
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https://strengthandsunshine.com/gluten-free-molasses-cookies-vegan/
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Tart, Tangy, and Sweet! 😘✌️ * Gluten-Free C Tart, Tangy, and Sweet! 😘✌️
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Gluten-Free Cranberry Orange Muffins (Vegan, Allergy-Free) 😍🀀🍊🫐🧁
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Naturally Sweet πŸ’™
Simple, Easy, & Quick πŸ’œ
Perfect Christmas Breakfast, Brunch, Snack, or Dessert πŸ’–
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Bursting with pops of fresh @oceansprayinc cranberries and freshly squeezed orange juice (and zest), these soft and fluffy bakery-style muffins are made with @kingarthurbaking flour, applesauce, @so_delicious yogurt, and @swervesweetie. Topped with a simple glaze to make them extra special...they’re a bright and jolly Christmas bite to fuel your present opening! 😍πŸ₯°πŸ˜‹
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https://strengthandsunshine.com/gluten-free-cranberry-orange-muffins-vegan/
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