Garlicky peacock kale and fresh purple and white cauliflower are lightly sauteed, just until they are warm and slightly tender. Served warm or room temperature, this was a great twist on our typical dinner salad. My husband and I enjoyed this, while my boys were less than thrilled. Luckily, they had the option of a veggie box with ranch dip to keep them happy.
Warm Peacock Kale and Purple Cauliflower Salad
Servings: 2 -3 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 large head of white peacock kale about 4 cups roughly chopped, rinsed and lightly shaken dry
- 1 very small head of purple cauliflower broken into florets and sliced in half as desired, about two cups
- 1/2 small head of white cauliflower thinly sliced into bite size pieces, about two cups
- 4 cloves of garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- kosher salt to taste
- freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a very large cold skillet, place the oil and the garlic. Set heat to medium high and saute until fragrant, add the cauliflower and toss to coat well. Cook for 3-4 minutes, just until barely tender. Add the kale and toss quickly to coat with oil and garlic. The kale should cook and start to wilt within just a few minutes, due to being slightly damp. Season generously with salt and pepper as it cooks.
- Remove from the heat while still a bit crisp. Serve warm or let cool to room temperature before eating. Enjoy!
Sue/the view from great island says
The purple cauliflower and white kale are new ones for me. This is such a creative dish, from the ingredients to the way it's cooked. You've created a whole new category of side dish, I love it!
Dawnye7 says
I have heard of purple cauliflower but have never seen it. What a great dish and a new way to enjoy this veggie
Katherine Martinelli says
I've never had peacock kale but I have yet to meet a kale I haven't liked. I love how colorful this salad looks! Gorgeous.
The Slow Roasted Italian says
Wow, that cauliflower is very bright! I was going to buy some of that to grow in my garden. I am trying a cauliflower dish today, wish me luck.
Joanne says
How have I never heard of peacock kale?!?!? I love how simple and fresh flavored this salad is…such a great healthy side dish!
Angie's Recipes says
A healthy and delicious treat! Love purple cauliflowers.
Big Dude says
That sure makes a pretty salad. Ive got some purple cauliflower planted but have never heard of this kale – research to follow hitting the publish button.
Geni says
Have not heard of peacock kale Mary! So glad you shared this. Your salad looks beautiful, good for you and delicious!
Rosita Vargas says
Woooow…genial ensalada saludable y bello colorido,me encanta,abrazos hugs,hugs.
Words Of Deliciousness says
I love the colors of this salad. Great side dish.
Gloria says
love this salad:)
sportsglutton says
I'm a huge fans of using purple and orange cauliflower to mix it up and add some diverse color to any dish. Looks brilliant.