This kale-quinoa salad pops with different flavors and textures.
Whisk together oil, lemon juice, shallot, honey, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
Top the kale with tomatoes, quinoa, cucumber, peppers, chickpeas, feta and almonds.
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Drizzle with the remaining dressing and toss before serving.
Quinoa is also a gluten-free grain.
Yes, this recipe does not include any ingredients containing gluten.
You could leave the feta cheese out and replace the honey withagave nectarto make this recipe vegan-friendly.
Yes, it’s possible for you to substitute with curly kale.
Massaging kale helps break down the vegetable’s fibrous texture.
This makes it easier to chew and decreases the volume of the leaves.
Massage the kale with 2 to 3 tablespoons of the dressing until slightly wilted.
The kale should be softer in texture, with a darker and shiny appearance.
You’ll need 2 cups of cooked quinoa for the salad, which can easily be made ahead.
You cancook quinoaon the stovetop, in a rice cooker or in an Instant Pot.
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