Kale and Quinoa Salad Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Dec 11, 2012

I bought the huge Costco bag of baby kale and was looking for something to do with it. Just tried this recipe and it is super easy and delicious. I added the quinoa while it was a little warm and wilted the kale just slightly, really good. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

—kable

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Dec 27, 2012

It is healthy, but blah taste added white balsamic vinegar to it.

—cookdejore

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Dec 02, 2012

I needed a quick Sunday lunch, and this was perfect! I've never enjoyed kale in a salad because it can be so crunchy, but the quinoa and dressing really helped soften the kale perfectly! I didn't have pecans or currants, so I chopped up some of the orange bell pepper I had left and tossed in some unsalted peanuts. It was still wonderful!! Definitely want to try this more often!

—IronandSilk

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Nov 26, 2012

This was a great salad! Made it for a group of 16, and they all asked for the recipe and gobbled it up. I did take one reviewers advice and put the quinoa with the kale while it was hot to help wilt the kale a bit, which I liked. The kale isn't so chewy that way. I also used raisins instead of currants, but followed the recipe other than that. Fabulous! Will make this again!

—hddubb

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Jan 10, 2013

Nice recipe. A nutritional powerhouse! but...Why would you not massage the kale? Massaged kale salads are everywhere. After cutting into ribbons, add 1tsp. sea salt. Massage for 2 min. It will become silky, shiny and very pliable. It's delicious!

—cookie

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Jan 30, 2013

This was so wonderful and quick! I used bagged organic kale from Trader Joes (one bag was a perfect amount). I made the dressing and then massaged it into the kale for a minute and then added the quinoa while it was warm which further softened the kale. Once cool, the cheese, raisins and nuts went in. I make a different kale salad all the time, but this has just become my favorite. With the addition of quinoa, it is a nutrition powerhouse!

—KARTIMEL

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Jan 08, 2013

This dish was amazing - sweet, slightly bitter, crunchy and creamy. Not to mention so good for you. The quinoa pops in your mouth. LOVED IT. Ate it for breakfast the next AM.

—Ethel

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Jan 06, 2013

This is so funny. I just made Quinoa for the first time and I made it almost identical to this one. I didn't think about the currants but I have some in my freezer so I will throw them in. I used pine nuts instead of pecans. Goat cheeses instead of feta. I love it!

—Becky D

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Nutrition

Calories
439 kcal
22%

Carbohydrates
43.9 g
14%

Cholesterol
17 mg
6%

Fat
27 g
42%

Fiber
6.3 g
25%

Protein
10.7 g
21%

Sodium
397 mg
16%

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

Nutritional Information

Kale and Quinoa Salad

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 439
Calories from Fat: 243

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27g 42 %
Saturated Fat 5.2g 26 %
Cholesterol 17mg 6 %
Sodium 397mg 16 %
** Potassium 632mg 18 %
Total Carbohydrates 43.9g 14 %
Dietary Fiber 6.3g 25 %
Protein 10.7g 21 %
** Sugars 17.8g
Vitamin A 105 %
Vitamin C 73 %
Calcium 24 %
Iron 52 %
** Thiamin 29 %
** Niacin 26 %
** Vitamin B6 27 %
** Magnesium 39 %
** Folate 42 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.