I have gotten pretty obsessive with massaged kale! I usually buy a large bunch of kale and then immediately tear into half of it so I can massage it with olive oil and store it in the fridge for the next few days. It makes putting together a bowl like this or any salad or side super easy and the longer it sits in the oil… the better. Not only does it taste great (much less bitter), but it also breaks down and brings out a lot of the nutrients which is always a plus! Adding buckwheat groats makes for an even heartier dish that will keep you satisfied and then you can get creative with the toppings, anything with protein will really help balance this. I grabbed: soft boiled eggs, an avocado, and hemp seeds– which if you haven’t tried, should! It makes for such a nice crunchy topping. All in all, you end up with a protein-packed, fiber-rich dish which will keep you energized and satisfied.
In a constant effort to maintain eating clean and plant-based… the easier, the better so sticking to my goals is a no brainer. My advice from what I already have found to work well, is to make the massaged kale, the boiled eggs (if you’re eating them), and any other toppings you might like on top (roasted veggies?) ahead of time so this bowl practically assembles itself. You’ll have no excuse not to pack yourself a delicious and nutritious lunch then!
gluten-free & vegetarian // serves 2
P.S. – Here are two very topical posts with great recipes and knowledge on both ancient grains (Hi, BUCKWHEAT!) and Kale!
GUIDE TO GLUTEN FREE ANCIENT GRAINS BY FORK AND BEANS
15 OF THE BEST KALE RECIPES ON THE WEB BY GREEN EVI
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I tried the recipe but sautéed the kale instead because I had some leftovers and it was delicious! Love all these flavours! Here’s "my" version if you want to check it out: http://inglouriousbananas.blogspot.com/2016/10/buckwheat-and-kale-with-avocado-and-egg.html
P.S. I will definitely try massaged kale, it sounds delicious!
Sounds delish, thanks for sharing!
I love massaged kale! I like it with a splash of lemon juice and crushed garlic- yum! Great tip for packing an easy, healthy lunch!
Oh yes, good tip!! 😉 Happy lunch packing! Thanks, Katy!