Simple Kale Salad with Smoked Gouda

SERVINGS: 4 to 6 servings

INGREDIENTS:

Lemon Vinaigrette:

• Half of a red onion, finely diced
• ¼ cup olive oil
• Juice of 2 lemons
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Salt to taste (about ¼ teaspoon)
• Pepper to taste

 

Salad:

• 2 bunches Lacinto kale, stems discarded and sliced into ribbons
• ½ cup shredded smoked gouda

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Add vinaigrette ingredients to a small mason jar. Seal with lid and shake to combine.  Refrigerate until ready to assemble.
2. Add the kale to a large serving bowl. Massage lightly, rubbing in between hands and fingers, until softened and darkened in color slightly.
3. Add about half of the dressing and toss to combine. Add more dressing, tossing afterwards, to achieve your desired dressing to salad ratio.
4. Sprinkle over the smoked gouda and toss to combine.