A refreshing and nutrient-packed salad that combines the robust flavor of kale with the protein-rich quinoa, creating a perfect blend of taste and health.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 bunch kale chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 clove garlic minced
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a large bowl, massage chopped kale with a little bit of salt until it softens.
- Add the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese to the kale. Toss to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is well coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg