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Rainbow Kale Quinoa Salad

Vibrant Rainbow Kale Quinoa Salad for Colorful Healthfulness

Discover a nutritious and colorful Rainbow Kale Quinoa Salad, packed with veggies and a zesty dressing, perfect for a healthy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 bunch Curly Kale Feel free to substitute with baby kale or lacinato kale.
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinse before cooking.
  • 1 cup Carrots Shredded or diced.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Chopped.
  • 1 cup Edamame Cooked and shelled; can substitute with chickpeas or black beans.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Flax Seed Oil or Olive Oil Any cold-pressed oil can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Substitute with your favorite dried herbs.
  • 1 bunch Green Onions Optional; can substitute with red onion.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Large spoon or salad tongs

Method
 

Steps
  1. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water or broth and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing.
  2. Wash the curly kale and remove tough stems. Massage the leaves in a large bowl for 2-3 minutes until tender.
  3. Shred or finely dice 1 cup of carrots and add to kale. Chop 1 red bell pepper and add. Mix in 1 cup of cooked edamame.
  4. Add cooled quinoa to the kale and veggies, and gently fold together.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of oil, 2 tablespoons of vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of seasoning until smooth.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over salad ingredients and toss gently to coat.
  7. Divide into 4 servings, or store leftovers in an airtight container for 4-5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Massage the kale for enhanced flavor and texture. Rinse quinoa thoroughly before cooking to avoid bitterness. Adjust dressing ingredients to taste and store leftovers properly.

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