Kale Quinoa Salad – With Lemon Dressing
This Kale Quinoa Salad – With Lemon Dressing is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines hearty kale, protein-packed quinoa, and chickpeas, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re enjoying it as a light lunch or serving it as a colorful side at dinner. This gluten-free and vegetarian salad is not only delicious but also packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making it a health-conscious choice everyone will love. Enjoy the fresh flavors and textures of this delightful salad that can be easily customized to suit your preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 6 cups chopped kale
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 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
- 1/8 cup fresh chopped dill
- 1/8 cup fresh chopped parsley
- Zesty lemon dressing
Instructions
- Rinse the kale under cold water and dry thoroughly. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Place kale in a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and massage for 1-2 minutes until tender.
- Add cooked quinoa, chickpeas, red onion, cucumber, pepitas, golden raisins, dill, and parsley to the bowl.
- Mix your favorite lemon dressing in a small bowl or jar and pour over the salad.
- Toss well to combine and serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg