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Fresh Healthy Kale Quinoa Salad

A refreshingly delightful mix of tender kale, fluffy quinoa, and juicy cherry tomatoes, making this salad both nutritious and visually appealing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups kale, chopped Use fresh and vibrant kale.
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa Cook the quinoa before preparing the salad.
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Fresh cherry tomatoes add sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup cucumber, diced Provides a refreshing crunch.
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped Add more or less to taste.
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional) Swap for a Halal-friendly alternative, or omit for a vegan version.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water and add it to a pot with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for about 15 minutes until the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
  2. While quinoa is cooling, wash and chop kale into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, and finely chop red onion.
Assembly
  1. In a large bowl, add the cooled quinoa, chopped kale, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese if using.
  2. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the salad, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Gently toss everything together until well combined. Adjust seasonings if needed.
  4. Serve immediately or let sit for 10 minutes to meld flavors.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Timing is important; add dressing right before serving if prepping ahead to keep kale crisp. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.