Seriously Good Quinoa Salad Recipe

Cook Quinoa

Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Prepare Vegetables

While the quinoa is cooking, chop the kale, slice the cherry tomatoes in half, peel and dice the cucumber, and finely chop the red onion.

Mix Salad

In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, kale, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.

Dress the Salad

In a small bowl, whisk together the EVOO, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Serve

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled or at room temperature.