This healthy recipe for gluten free kale salad with peanut dressing is vegan and keto/low carb friendly. The dressing is easy to make and goes so nicely with this raw, chopped salad. This is such a simple summer salad!
I like to use Tuscan Kale (dinosaur kale) for this recipe, but you could use whatever type of kale you have on hand. The key to a great kale salad is removing the bitter stem. That center, thick stem has to be removed! It makes a huge difference in how your salad tastes.
I grow kale in my garden beds every year. In the PNW it will last well into the winter months. You could also grow it on a pot on your patio. It is a really pretty plant that keeps producing with little care. I also keep a plant growing in my greenhouse all winter.
What is the best kale for salads?
My preference is Tuscan Kale (also known as dinosaur kale). It has a mild flavor, beautiful dark green leaves and holds up well after the dressing is added.
I've also used Curly Kale for salads, but it has a greener, more powerful flavor. In both case be sure to remove the thick center stem from your kale before you use it. This will make a huge difference in the taste of your final product.
How long does this kale salad last in the refrigerator?
A kale salad that you've already added dressing to will last up to five days in the refrigerator. Because of kales thick leaves it won't wilt like lettuce after you have added dressing.
I actually prefer this salad on day two after the flavors have mixed together and the kale leaves are thoroughly coated in the peanut dressing. This is a great dish to make the day before and have it ready to go in the refrigerator for a gathering or meal.
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Gluten Free Kale Salad with Peanut Dressing
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 cups 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This healthy recipe for gluten free kale salad with peanut dressing is vegan and keto/low carb friendly. The dressing is easy to make and goes so nicely with this raw, chopped salad. This is such a simple summer salad!
Ingredients
¼ cup Peanut Butter, creamy style
2 Tbsp. Rice Vinegar
1 Tbsp. Olive Oil
1 Tbsp. Coconut Aminos
1 Tbsp. Lime Juice
2 tsp. Granulated Sugar
6 cups Tuscan Kale (dinosaur kale)
2 Carrots, finely sliced
1 small White Onion, finely chopped
Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
In a bowl or glass jar blend together the peanut butter, rice vinegar, olive oil, coconut aminos, lime juice and sugar. I like to use my immersion blender or drink frothing attachment for my hand held KitchenAid mixer.
Wash you kale under cold water. Wash and peel the carrots.
Remove the stem from the kale and chop it up. Place it in a large bowl.
Using a knife or mandolin thinly slice the carrot into rounds. Place into bowl.
Remove the ends and outer peel from the white onion. Finely chop and then place in the bowl.
Pour the dressing over the kale, carrots and onion. Stir to coat the vegetables with the dressing. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper over the salad.
Store in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.
Notes
I like this salad best the second day. It is perfect to make the day before for a gathering or meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Chopped
- Cuisine: Gluten Free
Joni Gomes says
Wow, best kale salad I ever had! I love the addition of coconut aminos! I used maple syrup instead of sugar and it was delicious! Will make again, thank you!
smallfarmbiglife says
Thanks Joni! Maple sugar would be delicious. Good idea!
marisolcooks says
I've been looking for a good clean peanut dressing! I am excited about trying this one. Do you think it would also work with tahini paste?
smallfarmbiglife says
Yes! I think it would work with tahini paste. I've made it with sunflower butter in the past and it was delicious also.
Shannon says
Using peanut dressing on this salad sounds awesome! Adding this simple recipe to my lunch plan this week now!
smallfarmbiglife says
Thanks Shannon! Enjoy!
Daniela says
The combination is on point!! Nothing like giving kale a nice little makeover with this amazing peanut dressing!
smallfarmbiglife says
Thank you Daniela!
Erin says
Dinosaur kale? 😀 I love it. I live in Germany and kale just isn't a thing here so I'd never heard of dino kale. This salad looks delicious! Wish Germany would get on the kale bandwagon so I could try it out.
smallfarmbiglife says
Hi Erin! Yes. I think it's technically Tuscan Kale, but maybe dinosaur kale gets more kids to eat it. ? I love kale. It's super easy to grow and does well in colder climates too. If you could get seeds you could grow it in a pot or if you have a garden. I hope you get to try it!
Alene says
My husband came home today with a huge bag of baby kale, chard and spinach, which I didn't really want, but this dressing will be perfect for it. I'm going to make it tomorrow! Can't wait! I love greens! Thank you.
smallfarmbiglife says
Yay! I love this dressing. I hope you enjoy it!
Alene says
I made it for my lunch, and it was yummy. I'm thinking that it would a great dipping sauce for summer rolls. And I believe there are lots of other uses for it too! Thanks for a great recipe!