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This kale slaw salad stays crunchy hours after adding dressing, perfect for picnicking! Kale & red cabbage pair with spicy radish & mexican-ish dressing.
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Kale Slaw Salad

This kale slaw salad stays crunchy hours after adding dressing, perfect for picnicking! Kale & red cabbage pair with spicy radish & mexican-ish dressing.
Prep Time30 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Calories: 56kcal
Author: Mountain Cravings

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch kale shredded & stems removed
  • pinch of salt
  • 1/2 head red cabbage thinly sliced
  • 1 lb. radishes thinly sliced
  • 1 bunch green onions sliced
  • 2 jalapeños minced
  • 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese crumbled

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup crema fresca
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 T. lime juice
  • 1/2 t. cumin
  • 1 t. salt

Instructions

  • Place the kale in a large bowl and sprinkle salt over the kale. Massage the salt into the kale until the kale breaks down and softens, about a minute.
  • Add the remaining slaw ingredients to the softened kale. Set the bowl aside.
  • Pulse all the dressing ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
  • Pour the dressing over the kale slaw and toss to thoroughly coat the salad.
  • Let the slaw rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours to let the dressing flavors marry and soften the kale.