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Kale Quinoa Salad Recipe

Healthy and delicious kale quinoa salad.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 bunch kale chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions 

  1. 1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. 2. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Let it cool.
  3. 3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, chopped kale, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
  4. 4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Pour over the salad and toss to combine.
  5. 5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Healthy, Vegetarian
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