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Kale, Quinoa, and Avocado Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette

Kale, Quinoa, and Avocado Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette

Cost $12.5, save $5

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  • 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

1

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.

2

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.

3

Top kale with cooked quinoa, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, feta cheese, and sliced avocado.

4

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

  • 9
    Protein
  • 35
    Carbs
  • 20
    Fats

💡 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.