Kale, Quinoa, and Avocado Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette
Cost $12.5, save $5
Source: Recommended by CookPal
- 15 Min
- 4 Servings
- $12.5
Kale, Quinoa, and Avocado Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette
Cost $12.5, save $5
Source: Recommended by CookPal
- 15 Min
- 4 Servings
- $12.5
INGREDIENTS
Base ingredients
- 💧 1 ⅓ cups water
- ⅔ cup quinoa
- 1 bunch kale, torn into bite-sized pieces
- 🥒 ½ cup chopped cucumber
- ⅓ cup chopped red bell pepper
- 🧅 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon crumbled feta cheese
Vinaigrette ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 🍋 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 🧂 ¾ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
STEPS
Bring 1 1/3 cups water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Place a steamer basket into a saucepan with 1 inch water and bring water to a boil. Add kale, cover, and steam until hot, about 45 seconds. Transfer to a large plate.
Top kale with cooked quinoa, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, feta cheese, and sliced avocado.
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and black pepper in a bowl until emulsified. Pour over the salad before serving.
NUTRIENTS
Per 1 serving🔥
343
Calories
- 9gProtein
- 35gCarbs
- 20gFats
💡 Tips
Steaming the kale briefly removes bitterness while maintaining its nutrients.For added protein, consider topping with grilled chicken or chickpeas.Quinoa can be prepared ahead of time to save on cooking time.
⚠️ Precautions
This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.