Ingredients
- Serves 4
- 200g quinoa
- 500g kale, stalks removed, finely sliced
- 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 6 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil or grapeseed oil
- 50g shaved parmesan cheese (optional)
- ½ red onion, finely diced
- ¼ dried cranberries (optional)
KALE AND QUINOA SALAD
Method
- Begin by cooking the quinoa - add 3 cups water to a suitable sized pot, add ½ tsp salt and bring to the boil
- Add the quinoa and cook until just tender (10-20 minutes)
- Drain and cool spread evenly on a tray (this helps it to dry out)
- Meanwhile, mix the balsamic and oil together, and season lightly with salt and pepper
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the quinoa, kale, onion, cheese and cranberries, and toss to combine
- Pour over the dressing, season lightly and toss well to combine
- Serve and enjoy the benefits of this tasty, nutritious salad
Comments
The combination of two super healthy ingredients with a punchy dressing is the perfect winter pick-me-up!
Thanks to Wairuna Organics for providing the kale, and to Whitestone Cheese for the cheese used in the demonstration.
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