Crispy Kale Strawberry Almond Bowl (Printable)
Vibrant roasted kale with fresh strawberries and toasted almonds in creamy poppyseed dressing
# What You’ll Need:
→ Salad Base
01 - 1 large bunch curly kale, stems removed, leaves torn (about 8 cups)
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
→ Fresh Produce
04 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
05 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
→ Toppings
06 - 1/2 cup sliced almonds
→ Poppyseed Drizzle
07 - 1/3 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative
08 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
09 - 1 1/2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
10 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
11 - 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
12 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
13 - Pinch of salt
14 - 1-2 tablespoons water, to thin as needed
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place kale in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Massage oil into kale for 1-2 minutes until leaves are well coated.
03 - Spread kale evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes until crisp but not burned. Let cool slightly.
04 - While kale bakes, toast almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Set aside.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, apple cider vinegar, poppy seeds, Dijon mustard, salt, and water until smooth and pourable.
06 - Combine crispy kale, sliced strawberries, toasted almonds, and red onion in a large salad bowl.
07 - Drizzle with poppyseed dressing just before serving. Toss gently to coat.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The contrast between warm, crispy kale and cool, juicy strawberries creates this incredible texture dance in your mouth
- That creamy poppyseed dressing hits just the right sweet and tangy note to tie everything together beautifully
02 -
- The kale must be completely cooled before assembling or it will steam the strawberries and make everything soggy
- Only dress the salad right before serving, otherwise those crispy leaves will lose their crunch and get sad
03 -
- Really take the time to massage the kale thoroughly, it is the difference between tough, bitter leaves and tender, flavorful ones
- Taste your strawberries first and adjust the honey in the dressing based on how sweet they are naturally