Quinoa Kale superfood salad
A nutrient-packed Quinoa and Kale Superfood Salad loaded with vibrant vegetables, crunchy nuts, and a tangy lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 3 cups fresh kale, chopped (stems removed)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cip cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup roasted almonds or walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Let it cool slightly before adding it to the salad.1 cup cooked quinoa
- Place the chopped kale in a large bowl. Drizzle with a small amount of olive oil and a pinch of salt. Massage the kale with your hands for 1-2 minutes until it becomes tender and slightly wilted.3 cups fresh kale, chopped (stems removed), 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 Salt and pepper to taste
- Add the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and nuts to the kale. Toss gently to combine.1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved, 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced, 1/4 cup roasted almonds or walnuts, chopped
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with feta cheese if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
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