Massaged Kale Salad with Balsamic and Feta

Bright and beautiful kale, gently massaged and simply tossed with olive oil, tangy vinegar, crisp cucumber, sweet tomato, and salty feta. This is a game-changing salad my friends.

If you've never massaged your kale before, get started today. Why? Because massaging the leaves softens and sweetens them. Kinda like we all feel after a good massage. Rubbing the leaves also turns that blue-gray-green color into a more vibrant green. If you don't believe me, set one leaf aside and compare things after the massage. I'm reasonably confident you'll be massaging kale from this day forward. 

Massaged Kale Salad with Balsamic and Feta 

1 bunch fresh kale
Salt and ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
1 tomato, chopped
3-4 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Rinse the kale and pat the leaves dry. Remove the thick stems and chop or tear the kale leaves into bite-size pieces. Transfer the kale to a large bowl and add the olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Using your hands, massage the oil into the leaves. Massage for a least 2 minutes, until the leaves are glossy and soft. Add the balsamic vinegar and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Transfer the kale to a serving dish and top with the cucumber, tomato and feta.
Serves 4