The weather is warming up and so are our taste buds. A visit to your local Farmer’s Market is a great way to de-stress and see what vegetables and fruits are in season. Also, buying your produce from small family businesses is a gratifying feeling and can save you some money. Can you say fresh? This Quinoa Kale Salad is a family friendly meal that never goes out of season. The ingredients used in this salad are not only nutritious, but packed with protein. Quinoa is a great substitute for a plant based protein option. This salad can substitute as a meal, maybe lunch? Or a healthy side.
This recipe is a fun favorite, whether you are old or young. Keep on pursuing wellness and enjoy.
Ingredients:
• Organic Persian Cucumbers
• Organic Roma Tomatoes (or Beefsteak)
• Organic Curly Kale
• Olive Oil (Preferably cold pressed)
• Lemon
–*Organic Tri-Color Quinoa (*Or any quinoa, this particular brand is from Trader Joe’s)
• Salt
• Lemon Pepper
Recipe:
In a small pot, cook your quinoa according to the directions on your package.
Pro Tip: Don’t skimp on adding salt to the pot, since you’ll be putting the quinoa in your salad.
Next, add your curly kale to the bowl and take a pair of kitchen scissors and chop finely. Cutting the kale will help you easily digest this leafy green. Add your lemon and olive oil at this stage. Depending on the quantity, a good rule of thumb, is one tablespoon of olive oil and one lemon. Massage the kale with your lemon and olive oil. At this point, you can add your seasonings if you would like.
Pro Tip: For a softer and less bitter taste, massage your kale with olive oil and lemon.
Add your Persian cucumber and tomatoes. We suggest using these two ingredients, but you can add carrots, cabbage or anything else. It’s your meal!
Lastly, drain your quinoa your quinoa with a strainer and rinse with cold water. This will help break down the heat and make it easier to pair with your salad.
Add a little more seasoning!
Mix and enjoy!
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