How and Why to Massage Kale

[@robinmci67]

It worked with my husband. I made the street taco salad and my college and high school kids loved it too.

[@ThatSaladLady]

Yay! Awesomeness and so happy to hear that 😊

[@deborahmaciecki4367]

Thank you so much for adding the tip about the vitamins being fat-soluble, that was very helpful! And your beautiful demeanor brightened my day!😊

[@ThatSaladLady]

Awww, thank you very much and so glad it was helpful 😊

[@JudiintheKitchen]

I love your "tag line" ... That Salad Lady! LOVE IT!!

[@art.of.silk.and.pencil]

You have successfully removed my irrational fear or trying kale in my next green salad. Thank you!

[@ThatSaladLady]

Yay! Awesomeness 😁 That’s the goal 😉

[@WoodyFranklin]

Love Kale, especially when it get massaged. Great tips doc!

[@ThatSaladLady]

Yaaaaas! Thank you so very much 😁

[@sherei9530]

I add chopped kale and thinly sliced carrots to yellow grits as it's finishing. My family loves it!

[@ThatSaladLady]

Yes! I love it 😊

[@ally8604]

I hope that you make more videos, this was great.

[@ThatSaladLady]

Thank you so very much and yes, still working on more 🙂

[@jladylove1]

Came here to your channel from Instagram, I saw you massaging your kale and I just was told to massaging the kale with Olive Oil by a lady at the food farm market. All I can say is Wow told and saw your instagram the same day 3/2/23. I know my kale salad going to be great now.😘

[@ThatSaladLady]

Wow 🤩 It was meant to be 😁

[@Alien2799]

That is what I needed. A channel all about salads. I have subscribed. Question, please. You say that lemon juice would be an overkill. What do you mean by overkill? Thank you

[@ThatSaladLady]

Awesome and welcome! Generally speaking, when it comes to massaging kale for texture and nutrition, oil can pretty much stand on its own. So, unless you're using lemon juice or other citrus juices for added flavor, you don't necessarily need to add them. Hope this clarifies my statement a bit 😊

[@annwilliams8092]

Wow! Who would have thought a nine minute video about how and why to massage kale could be so interesting! I'm going to give it a try for company coming next week. I have subscribed and you are amazing! 🙏

[@Trishanne424]

Thanks had no idea about kale needing fat to get all its nutrients.❤

[@ThatSaladLady]

You bet! It’s so important 😊

[@rogerramirez-q7j]

thank you chef

[@ThatSaladLady]

While I'm not a chef, I do appreciate that ☺

[@user-if2fw5gd4i]

thanks for great instructions. A friend gave me some garden fresh kale, leaves quite young but wouldn't call it "baby kale." I knew about massaging it, and did that plus washing/ drying, then combined with other mixed greens plus oil/vinegar for a salad. Don't think I massaged it as long as you showed. It wasn't bitter......at least that's not the word I'd use........but it BURNED the tip of my tongue.....and I mean enough that it lasted a while after I ate it. I have a lot left and I'm not a food waster, so I'll massage again more thoroughly for the next try. Do wish I wouldn't get that mean burning irritation though!! If you have any thoughts, let me know.

[@ThatSaladLady]

You bet! This method should help alleviate some of the irritation 🙂

[@jaxdomnitz3216]

This is interesting. I will try it. It actually made me hungry to try massaging it and hungry to eat it. ❤

[@ThatSaladLady]

That's awesome 😁

[@spunkybadgerobrien1300]

Lovely smile 😊

[@ThatSaladLady]

Awww, thank you so very much 😊

[@barbaraglover4451]

Thanks for sharing

[@ThatSaladLady]

You bet 😉

[@bciani]

Huge help!!!

[@hammerhawk12]

Love this .. 👍🏿

[@ThatSaladLady]

Thank you so very much 🙂

[@q.t.6892]

Thanks so much

[@ThatSaladLady]

You are most welcome 😊

[@Soulful_Chaos]

Kale does have a little bite to it and is a little hard to chew. Lol. Can’t wait! I’m definitely going to massage my next bunch. This was great!

[@ThatSaladLady]

Thanks so much and you'll never be the same 🤩

[@sarahnatalia7514]

Very helpful. Thank you!

[@DimakatsoMosetlhi]

I luv it so much ❤ from SA

[@myaleeza]

Fantastic information...#subscribed🙂

[@ThatSaladLady]

Awww, thanks so much ☺

[@zoombinifleen9362]

If I didn't use oil during the massage process would it have any impact on the kale softness? I use a tahini based dressing so I got my oil ratios covered

[@ThatSaladLady]

That is perfectly fine 🙂

[@margemoore6634]

Can you chop the stems to cook with something else? Thanks

[@ThatSaladLady]

Excellent question and yes! I generally rinse, drain and freeze them for later use in soups and stews 🙂

[@CarlBurwell]

Hi Nina, you mentioned intermittent fasting. Can you share which regiment you follow? You mentioned one large meal a day so what would you eat in the other two meals?

[@ThatSaladLady]

Hey there and great question! Depending on what I eat for my large meal, the other two meals basically include whatever additional foods I need. For instance, if I need a little bit more protein or some additional veggies, I'll enjoy a smoothie based with Greek yogurt or a veggie omelet. I posted a quick real before just to give you an idea of what my diet looks like in a day. You can watch it here: instagram.com/reel/ClLwSiDAGvs/ 🙂

[@Maymaymayok]

This is not massage! It is crushing!😂 and gloves on, please! Love recipe and all the explanation. Thanks 😊

[@bdm72257]

Hi Nina, I love kale and love to massage it as well. Do you know if massaging it is okay to eat for someone who has thyroid issues? I usually steam mine for a minute because of my thyroid. I have to cook all cruciferous veggies because of a thyroid condition. If massaging it will replace steaming, I'm good with it. Please let me know me your take on it. Thanks for his video!

[@ThatSaladLady]

Hi there! Thanks for watching and great question. While massaging kale does tenderize the leaves, it's not the same as cooking them so I'd definitely err on the side of caution and stick with a light steam as you're doing. You can still massage it as I've shown here to bolster its flavor. I hope this helps 🙂

[@bdm72257]

@@ThatSaladLady yes it does help!

[@ThatSaladLady]

Awesome @@bdm72257 😃

[@UndertheNeedle282]

I came for the kale but I'm staying for the nutrition info you gave and letting people know that fat is beneficial.

[@ThatSaladLady]

Awesomeness and YAAAAAS 😍

[@NS-kn1bp]

I have always washed the whole leaf before removing the stalk or cutting or tearing the leaf into smaller pieces. I literally had a physical reaction when I saw you rinsing that kale twice after it had already been cut. Those are open areas for nutrients are leaked from and washed down the drain. I can’t understand treating a vegetable like that.

[@ThatSaladLady]

Thank you for your comment @@NS-kn1bp! As someone with a strong background in nutrition, I want to address this common misconception. Nutrient loss from rinsing is minimal and happens whether the vegetable is cut or left whole. While it’s true that water-soluble nutrients like vitamin C and B vitamins can leach into water, the amount lost is negligible and won’t significantly impact the overall nutritional value of the greens. The idea that nutrients are simply “washed down the drain” overstates the issue. Rinsing after cutting ensures all dirt and debris are removed, especially from greens like kale, which have lots of folds and crevices. This is a safe and effective way to prep vegetables while keeping their nutritional benefits intact. I appreciate your passion for this topic and hope this clears up any confusion for others reading 😊

[@NS-kn1bp]

@@ThatSaladLady thank you very much for your reply and it does make a lot of sense. I did subscribe to your channel. I still don’t know if I would be able to do it though because it’s so ingrained in me. Just out of curiosity what do you think about tearing collards versus cutting. :)

[@ThatSaladLady]

Thank you so much for subscribing and for being open to the conversation @@NS-kn1bp 😊 I totally understand how habits can be hard to break-what matters most is doing what feels right for you. When it comes to tearing collards versus cutting, either method works well and won’t make a significant difference in their nutritional value. Tearing can feel more natural and even therapeutic for some, while cutting tends to be quicker and more precise, especially if you're working with larger batches. For me, it often comes down to personal preference and the recipe I’m making. Either way, collards are a powerhouse veggie, so as long as you’re enjoying them, you’re winning! Thanks again for the thoughtful dialogue-it’s always great to connect with fellow veggie lovers 🥬

[@enidleblanc6947]

I have purple curly kale in my garden. What’s the difference other than color? I’m going to massage that tonight for dinner.

[@ThatSaladLady]

Hey there! Great question and excellent choice 💜 That purple color actually comes with even more nutrients than green varieties, namely anthocyanins, which function as powerful antioxidants. These anthocyanins are what make blueberries so good for us. Other than the presence of anthocyanins, purple kale is naturally a bit sweeter and even more tender so massaging it will really bring out its full potential. Enjoy 😁

[@jenniferwake5530]

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[@ThatSaladLady]

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[@ThatSaladLady]

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[@pattiwalsdorf4097]

Wish she would have told what you are really doing during the massage process. Still confused. I was told to cut out the larger veins. This wasnt addressed though.

[@valarielewis7045]

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[@ThatSaladLady]

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