Kale Quinoa Salad – With Lemon Dressing
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Kale Quinoa Salad with Lemon Dressing, a delightful combination of fresh vegetables and hearty grains that offers both nutrition and satisfaction. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing dish at gatherings, this salad features nutrient-rich kale, protein-packed quinoa, and zesty chickpeas, all brought together with a refreshing lemon dressing. With its colorful ingredients and customizable options, you can easily adapt this recipe to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature for a nourishing meal that keeps well for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 6 cups chopped kale
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 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
- 1/8 cup fresh chopped dill
- 1/8 cup fresh chopped parsley
- Lemon dressing (to taste)
Instructions
- Rinse kale under cold water, dry it thoroughly, and chop into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, massage the kale with olive oil and a pinch of salt for 1-2 minutes. Let sit for about 10 minutes.
- Add cooled quinoa, chickpeas, red onion, cucumber, pepitas, golden raisins, dill, and parsley to the massaged kale.
- Drizzle lemon dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg