Quinoa & Kale Salad Recipe
Pear | Pine Nuts | Feta | Mint | Pear Vinaigrette
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Cook Quinoa
Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. In a medium pot, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
- 2
Prepare Kale
While the quinoa is cooking, wash and chop the kale into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, massage the kale with a pinch of salt for a few minutes until it softens.
- 3
- 4
Make Pear Vinaigrette
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of pear juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle over the salad and toss to coat.
- 5
Serve
Serve the salad immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.