Kale & Quinoa Salad - No Dressing Recipe
Make Kale & Quinoa Salad - No Dressing Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Garnish
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Quinoa
Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water to remove any bitterness. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed 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 quinoa is fluffy and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let cool.
- 2
Prepare the Kale
Wash 4 cups of kale thoroughly. Remove the tough stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. For a tender texture, massage the kale leaves with a pinch of salt for a couple of minutes.
- 3
Chop the Vegetables
Halve 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, peel and dice 1 medium cucumber, and chop 1 medium red bell pepper into small pieces.
- 4
Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, combine the prepared kale, cooked quinoa, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and chopped red bell pepper. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
Garnishing
- 5
Add Garnish
Slice 1 medium avocado and arrange it on top of the salad. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of pumpkin seeds and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh cilantro over the salad for added flavor and crunch.
