Citrus Shrimp and Kale Salad

Kale salads are somewhat of a newer menu item in my house but now I absolutely LOVE them! Not only are there many health benefits to kale, but it's a versatile and hearty ingredient. For this salad, I used the techniques that I learned from Wendy Jo Peterson and got my flavor inspiration from a kale salad that my friend Michelle brought to a party.

Citrus Shrimp and Kale Salad ( Serves 2)
Time: 20mins

 

 Benefits of Kale

Ingredients:
- 1 Lemon, Juiced
- 7-10 Kale Leaves, Chopped and stems removed
- Salt, As needed
- Mango, Diced
- 1tsp Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1tbsp (+extra as needed) Olive Oil
- 1/2tsp Honey (Optional for sweetness)
- 2tbsp sunflower seeds (I use the roasted and unsalted kind) 
- 4-6 Shrimp 
- 1/2 tsp Lemon, Lime, and Paprika Seasoning

1. To prepare your kale, you want to hold it upside down and pull the leaves off of the stems. After you've done that, chop the leaves into fairly small pieces. 
2. Place in a large bowl and add 1/2-3/4 of your lemon juice, sprinkle of salt, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and honey. Now use your hands and massage the kale for about 2mins. You will see the color get richer and the kale will begin to wilt a little. 
3. Add your mango and seeds and toss thoroughly.
4. Add some olive oil and shrimp to a medium heated pan. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt, llp seasoning, and some of your leftover lemon juice. The shrimp should be fully cooked in about 4-5mins. Be sure not to overcook your shrimp as it will become tough and rubbery.

This salad made for a healthy and delicious lunch today! Since the kale is hearty, the salad will hold up until lunch time tomorrow. Hope you start to explore the goodness of kale and try this recipe. Enjoy!