Kale Quinoa Salad
This vibrant kale quinoa salad is packed with protein, fiber, and flavor. It’s perfect as a light lunch or a colorful side dish. Easy, healthy, and so refreshing!
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Large Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Salad Base
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 4 cups kale destemmed and chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 medium cucumber diced
- 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
Lemon Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring the quinoa and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed.
- Remove quinoa from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool completely.
- Meanwhile, prepare the lemon dressing: whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Add chopped kale to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with half of the dressing and massage the kale for 1–2 minutes to soften.
- Add cooled quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley to the bowl. Toss gently to combine.
- Pour the remaining dressing over the salad and toss again until everything is well coated.
- Let the salad rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Nutrition Information:
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 280mg