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Easy and healthy kale quinoa salad

Kale and Quinoa Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing

This vibrant dish combines tender quinoa with crisp, massaged kale in a lemony vinaigrette. Perfect as a healthy lunch, side dish, or meal prep option that stays fresh for days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 7gFat: 9gSodium: 150mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 4 cups chopped kale stems removed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 2-3 tbsp Lemon tahini dressing

Instructions
 

  • Rinse quinoa under cold water.
  • In a saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed. Let it cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine chopped kale, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and fresh parsley.
  • Add the cooled quinoa to the bowl of vegetables and pour the Lemon-Tahini Dressing over the salad.
  • Toss everything together until well combined, ensuring the dressing coats the ingredients evenly.
  • Allow the salad to sit for a few minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Keyword Classic salad recipes, healthy recipes, kale quinoa salad, vegan recipe
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