Quinoa Kale And Avocado Salad Recipe

This vibrant Quinoa Kale & Avocado Salad is bursting with umami flavor! A healthy and delicious recipe perfect for summer, featuring tender quinoa, massaged kale, creamy avocado, and a zesty dressing. Easily customizable to your taste, this recipe is a great way to use up fresh kale and enjoy a satisfying, nutritious meal. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 284.6 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quinoa Kale And Avocado Salad

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How to Make Quinoa Kale And Avocado Salad

  1. Rinse 1 cup quinoa thoroughly under cold water.
  2. Combine rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of salted water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until all water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
  4. While quinoa cooks, remove tough stems from 1 bunch (about 10 oz) of kale.
  5. Finely chop kale leaves. (Optional: Sauté chopped kale in 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until slightly wilted.)
  6. In a large bowl, combine chopped kale, 1/4 cup shredded nori (or 1 tablespoon furikake), and 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber.
  7. Add 2 tablespoons pine nuts (optional) and 1 tablespoon sesame seeds.
  8. Gently fold in 1 ripe avocado, diced, to minimize browning.
  9. Add cooked quinoa, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
  10. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine.
  11. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

7g

Carbs

13g