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Must Make Chopped Kale Salad With Quinoa

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A vibrant and nutritious kale salad featuring quinoa, apple, and a tangy dijon vinaigrette. Perfect as a light lunch or side dish!

Ingredients

Salad

  • 1 bunch dark leafy kale (about 4 cups chopped)
  • 1 cup thinly sliced brussel sprouts
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa (cooled)
  • 1 cup sliced apple
  • 0.5 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 0.25 cup chopped walnuts
  • 0.25 cup pumpkin seeds (optional)
  • 0.25 cup dried cranberries or pomegranate seeds

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
  • 1.5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 0.5 cup olive oil

Instructions 

  • Rinse kale, remove excess moisture, and slice thinly. Massage with lemon juice and salt.
  • Add dressing ingredients to a mason jar and shake well.
  • Add salad ingredients to the bowl with kale.
  • Pour dressing onto the salad and toss. Serve cold.

Notes

Massaging the kale helps to tenderize it, making it easier to digest and more enjoyable to eat.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Kale

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 25g | Sodium: 200mg