Kale and Cucumber Salad With Avocado-Tahini Dressing

Step 1

1 Make sure the washed kale leaves are dry by patting them with a tea towel

Step 2

2 Roll and cut them into thin ribbons, then transfer to a large bowl

Step 3

3 Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of the salt over the kale and, using your clean hands, massage it into the leaves until softened and their color is enhanced, about 2 minutes

Step 4

4 Chop enough of the parsley to get about 2 tablespoons

Step 5

5 In the pitcher of a blender, combine the chopped parsley, avocado, tahini, lemon juice and cumin and puree until smooth

Step 6

6 Add the water and process until incorporated; the consistency of the dressing should be pourable

Step 7

7 If not, add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached; you should get about 1 1/2 cups

Step 8

8 Transfer the cucumber, carrots, the remaining parsley leaves and the scallions to the bowl with the kale, and season lightly with the pepper

Step 9

9 Add about 1/2 cup of the dressing to the salad and toss to coat evenly

Step 10

10 Taste, and season with more salt and pepper, if desired

Step 11

11 Serve family-style, or divide the salad among individual plates