3cupschopped Kaleribs removed and "massaged" (instructions below)
1cupfresh spinach
¾cupcooked quinoa
⅔cupfresh blueberries
⅔cupedamamefrozen shelled, thawed
⅔cupgarbanzo beans
½cupcarrotsgrated or shredded
½cupcherry or plum tomatoes
¼cupdried cranberriesCraisins
¼cuppepitas
For "Massaging" Kale
1tablespoonextra virgin olive oil
1tablespoonfresh lemon juice
¼teaspoonsea salt
Dressing
6tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
2tablespoonsfreshly squeezed lemon juice
1teaspoonminced shallot
1teaspoonsugaror 2 packets Truvia
Instructions
De-stem the kale and tear or chop into bite size pieces. Place the kale, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice and ¼ teaspoon sea salt, into a large mixing bowl. "Massage" the kale ( with your fingertips) for approx. 3-5 min. This process helps to tenderize the kale, making it softer and sweeter.
Add the remaining salad ingredients and toss to mix.
Dressing
Add all of the dressing ingredients to mason or covered glass jar. Shake to mix and emulsify the ingredients. ( or whisk all ingredients in a small bowl until mixed thoroughly).
Dress the salad & enjoy this super healthy, superfoods salad.