Kohlrabi Salad

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Makes 4 servings.

Kohlrabi is part of the cabbage family. It is nutrient dense with a nutty taste and a delicious crunch. The jalapeno in this salad gives it a little bite. 

The salad actually improves with time.

I tend to prefer the green variety of kohlrabi, which I find milder than the purple, but the taste of both is similar.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1½ pounds green kohlrabi (2 medium)

  • 1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded, finely chopped (See Note)

  • 3 scallions including the green part, cut into thin slices

  • ½ cup tightly packed cilantro leaves

CITRUS HONEY VINAIGRETTE DRESSING:

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin-olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons orange juice

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt

  • Freshly ground black pepper

PREPARATION:

  1. Peel the kohlrabi deeply, making sure it is trimmed well at the root. Cut into eighths to fit into the feeding tube of a food processor fitted with the medium grating attachment.

  2. Place the kohlrabi into a medium bowl and add jalapeno, scallions and cilantro.

  3. Whisk the dressing and toss with the kohlrabi. Season to taste.

NOTE:

When seeding jalapeno peppers, I advise wearing thin gloves to avoid irritating your skin or your eyes.

I suggest that you recheck the seasonings before serving.