Super Spinach, Kale and Quinoa Salad
Most people don’t realize exactly how versatile quinoa really is. When combined with super greens, such as kale and spinach, it packs a nutritional punch that’s second to none. One taste and you’ll realize why your family is keen on quinoa.
Ingredients
- 1 cup(s) quinoa
- 1/8 teaspoon(s) sea salt
- 1/2 cup(s) slivered almonds
- 1 garlic clove
- 3 cup(s) baby spinach
- 3 cup(s) kale
- 4 ounce(s) shaved fennel
- 1/4 cup(s) basil
- 1/4 cup(s) lemon juice
- 4 tablespoon(s) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 dash(es) pepper
Instructions
- Measure 1 cup of quinoa and place into a fine-mesh strainer.
- Rinse thoroughly with cool water for about 2 minutes.
- Rub and swish the quinoa with your hand while rinsing.
- Drain and transfer to a medium saucepan.
- Stir in broth and the salt.
- Bring to a rolling boil.
- Lower heat and cover.
- Cook until water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- Let sit, covered for 10 minutes.
- Set aside and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
- Add almond slices, garlic, spinach, kale, fennel, basil, lemon juice, oil and pepper.
- Toss to combine.
- Serve warm.
- Measure 1 cup of quinoa and place into a fine-mesh strainer.
- Rinse thoroughly with cool water for about 2 minutes.
- Rub and swish the quinoa with your hand while rinsing.
- Drain.
Nutrition
Calories: 1473kcalCarbohydrates: 95.65gProtein: 37.54gFat: 115.17gSaturated Fat: 12.75gSodium: 2541.58mgFiber: 25.86gSugar: 13.75g
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