Marinated Kale Salad

Ingredients:

one head of lacinato kale (or other variety), woody stems removed and ribboned

juice of one lemon

sea salt

cracked black pepper

1/4 c toasted pine nuts

1/2 c grape tomatoes, halved

2-4 T grated parmesan cheese (omit for dairy free)

2 T extra virgin olive oil

Directions:

Place the ribboned kale in a large bowl, add 1/2 the lemon juice and 1/2 tsp salt. Massage juice and salt into kale into it is softened, about 5 minutes. Let mixture sit 5 minutes. After the kale has released some liquid, add olive oil and rest of lemon juice and continue to massage. Blot with paper towels to absorb extra liquid. Add toasted pine nuts, tomatoes, pepper, and cheese if desired. Toss gently and serve.