Kale Quinoa Salad Recipe

8g protein · 30 min · 250 kcal

Healthy and delicious kale quinoa salad.

30 min4 servings250 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 bunch kale (chopped)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cup cucumber (diced)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)

Instructions

  1. 1

    1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.

  2. 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

    3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, chopped kale, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.

  4. 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

    5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

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