Jul 13 2026
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Baby Kale & Quinoa Salad Recipe

Inspired by Essex Restaurant
Time30m
Serves4

Pear | Pine Nuts | Feta | Mint

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Toppings

Dressing

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare Quinoa

    Rinse 1/3 cup of quinoa under cold water. Combine with 2/3 cup of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool.

  2. 2

    Prepare Salad Ingredients

    Wash and dry the baby kale. Remove the core and slice the pear into thin slices. Chop the fresh mint.

Assembly

  1. 3

    Combine Salad

    In a large bowl, combine the baby kale, cooked quinoa, pear slices, pine nuts, feta cheese, and chopped mint.

  2. 4

    Make Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 5

    Dress Salad

    Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

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