Kale Quinoa Salad – With Lemon Dressing
If you’re in search of a refreshing and nutritious dish that’s both quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, this Kale Quinoa Salad – With Lemon Dressing is your answer. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it combines hearty kale, protein-rich quinoa, and chickpeas for a satisfying meal. The zesty lemon dressing adds a delightful brightness that elevates the entire dish. Plus, with a prep time of just 15 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for those on the go. This salad is not only gluten-free and vegetarian but also offers endless variations to suit your taste. Once you try this vibrant salad, you’ll want to make it time and again!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 6 cups chopped kale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup canned chickpeas
- 1/3 cup diced red onion
- 1/3 cup diced cucumber
- 1/3 cup pepitas
- 1/3 cup golden raisins
- Lemon vinaigrette dressing
Instructions
- Rinse the kale under cold water and dry thoroughly. Chop into bite-sized pieces. Massage with olive oil and salt for 1-2 minutes until tender.
- In a large bowl, combine the massaged kale with cooked quinoa, chickpeas, red onion, cucumber, pepitas, golden raisins, dill, parsley, and feta (or plant-based alternative).
- Drizzle your lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately or chill before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg