Kale Quinoa Salad – With Lemon Dressing
Discover the vibrant flavors of our Kale Quinoa Salad – With Lemon Dressing, a deliciously nutritious dish perfect for any occasion! This refreshing salad combines nutrient-rich kale with protein-packed quinoa and hearty chickpeas, making it a satisfying choice for lunch or dinner. Tossed in a zesty lemon dressing, it brings together an array of textures and tastes that will delight your palate. Ideal for meal prep, this gluten-free and vegetarian salad can be customized to suit your preferences. Enjoy it fresh or chilled; either way, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups chopped kale
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 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
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese (or plant-based alternative)
- 1/8 cup fresh chopped dill
- 1/8 cup fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Rinse kale under cold water, dry thoroughly, and chop into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and massage the kale for 1-2 minutes until tenderized. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Add cooked quinoa, chickpeas, red onion, cucumber, pepitas, golden raisins, feta (if using), dill, and parsley to the kale.
- Whisk together the lemon dressing until smooth; pour over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for about an hour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg