Quinoa and Kale Protein Salad

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105 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    6 servings

  • Calories

    299 kcal

  • Course

    Salad

  • Cuisine

    Mediterranean

Quinoa and Kale Protein Salad

Quinoa, chickpeas (garbanzo beans) and pistachios add protein and healthy fat to this simple and seasonal kale salad, making it a favorite side dish or vegetarian main meal.

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Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 2 cups chopped kale , ribs removed
  • 1 15 ounce can garbanzo beans , drained
  • 5-6 clementine oranges , peeled and sliced
  • cup chopped pistachios
  • cup pomegranate seeds
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
  • 1 garlic clove , pressed or minced
  • 2 teaspoons sumac , divided
  • 1 teaspoon dried mint , crushed
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh mint
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Instructions

  1. In a salad bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chopped kale, garbanzo beans, orange slices, pistachios and pomegranate seeds.
  2. In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, pomegranate molasses, garlic, 1 teaspoon of sumac, dried mint and kosher salt and a few grinds of freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Dress the salad with the vinaigrette and toss so everything is evenly coated. Dust with the remaining 1 teaspoon of sumac and freshly chopped mint. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Salad can be served immediately or saved for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 299kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 39g (13%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Sodium 613mg (26%) Potassium 545mg (16%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 2368IU (47%) Vitamin C 60mg (67%) Calcium 104mg (10%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 299 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 299kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 39g 13%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Sodium 613mg 26%
Potassium 545mg 12%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 2368IU 47%
Vitamin C 60mg 67%
Calcium 104mg 10%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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