Sweet and Spicy Raw Kale Slaw

INGREDIENTS

• 1 bunch kale, well washed, thick stems removed
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 apple, cored and halved lengthwise
• 1 pear, cored and halved lengthwise
• Peanut Dressing
• 3 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seed oil
• 2 tablespoons of rice wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon honey, agave, or sugar
• 1 medium garlic clove, crushed
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger (optional)
• ½ jalapeño, seeded and chopped; or a pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

PREPARATION

1. Place all dressing ingredients in a food processor and blend until creamy.
2. Cut kale into ribbons about ¼–½ inches wide and 1–2 inches long.
3. Massage kale with 1 teaspoon olive oil for about 2 minutes or until kale leaves are dark green, shiny, and tender.
4. Place apple and pear cut side down on a cutting board and slice into ¼-inch thick slices. Each cut piece of fruit will look like a half-moon.
5. Add cut fruit to kale and drizzle with the desired amount of peanut dressing.
6. Serve as is or toss well to evenly coat salad with dressing.

Serves 2–4 as a side salad. Prep time, 15–20 minutes.