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
Garnishes
Method
Prepare the Quinoa
- 1
Rinse Quinoa
Place 1 cup of quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water for about 2 minutes to remove its natural coating, called saponin, which can make it taste bitter.
- 2
Cook Quinoa
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
- 3
Fluff Quinoa
After resting, remove the lid and fluff the quinoa with a fork. Set aside to cool.
Prepare the Salad
- 4
Chop Kale
Remove the tough stems from 4 cups of kale and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.
- 5
Chop Vegetables
Dice the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion. Add them to the bowl with the kale.
- 6
Prepare Avocado
Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into the salad bowl. Cut into cubes.
Combine and Garnish
- 7
Combine Ingredients
Add the cooled quinoa to the salad bowl with the chopped kale and vegetables. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
- 8
Add Garnishes
Sprinkle sunflower seeds, chopped fresh parsley, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper over the salad. Toss gently to distribute the garnishes evenly.
