Tahini Kale Quinoa Salad Recipe Amazingly Healthy Easy
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Amazingly healthy tahini kale quinoa salad recipe This easy delicious dish is packed w nutrients Get the quick recipe now quinoasalad
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 bunch kale, stems removed and finely chopped
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups water
1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons water
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon maple syrup (or honey)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Cook the Quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let it cool slightly.
Massage the Kale: Place the chopped kale in a large bowl. Drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt. Use your hands to massage the kale for 2-3 minutes, until it softens and reduces in volume.
Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, water, minced garlic, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Add more water, one tablespoon at a time, if the dressing is too thick. The consistency should be creamy and pourable.
Assemble the Salad: Add the cooked quinoa, red onion, pumpkin seeds, and dried cranberries to the bowl with the massaged kale. Pour the tahini dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well coated.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve the salad immediately or chill in the refrigerator for later. This salad tastes even better after it has had some time to marinate in the dressing.
