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Kale Quinoa Salad

A vibrant and nourishing salad packed with kale, quinoa, and colorful veggies, topped with a zesty dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 6 cups chopped kale Fresh, thoroughly rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil For massaging the kale
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa Cooled
  • 1 cup canned chickpeas Drained and rinsed
  • 1/3 cup diced red onion
  • 1/3 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/3 cup pepitas
  • 1/3 cup golden raisins
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/8 cup fresh chopped dill
  • 1/8 cup fresh chopped parsley

Kale Salad Dressing

Method

Preparation

  • Rinse the kale really well under cold water. Place it onto a clean towel to dry, or use a salad spinner.
  • Use a sharp kitchen knife to chop the kale and place it into a large bowl.
  • Drizzle it with olive oil and sprinkle a pinch of salt.
  • Use your hands to massage and crunch the kale for 1-2 minutes to tenderize it. Let it sit for 10 minutes before you assemble the salad.

Assembly

  • Add the rest of the salad ingredients to the bowl with the kale, except for the dressing.
  • Mix up the kale salad dressing and pour it over the salad.
  • Toss everything together and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 180mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5g

Notes

This salad is versatile and can be served as a main dish or a side. It is best served chilled or at room temperature. Remember to store the dressing separately to keep leftovers fresh and crisp.
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