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Mediterranean Quinoa and Kale Salad - Overhead on Two Bowls Full of This Delicious Salad
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Mediterranean Quinoa and Kale Salad

A healthy and filling recipe for kale salad with mediterranean flavors and quinoa.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 624kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • ¾ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • ¾ cup Kalamata olives
  • 1 small cucumber diced
  • 3 cups chopped kale
  • 1 14 ounce can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup sliced almonds
  • 4 ounces about ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • For the dressing:
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning OR ¼ teaspoon each of dried basil dried oregano, dried rosemary, dried sage, dried tarragon
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Cook quinoa according to directions on package. I cook mine with a 1:2 quinoa to water ratio about 15-18 minutes, until fluffy.
  • Combine quinoa with sun-dried tomatoes, olives, cucumber, kale, garbanzo beans, and almonds.
  • Make dressing by combining all dressing ingredients in a jar with a lid and shake until well combined.
  • Pour over salad mixture and toss well to combine.
  • Top with feta cheese.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 624kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 779mg | Potassium: 1220mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 3667IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 277mg | Iron: 6mg