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Vibrant Kale Salad with Quinoa and Avocado


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A nutrient-packed kale salad featuring creamy avocado, protein-rich quinoa, and a burst of sweetness from cranberries—perfect for a wholesome meal.


Ingredients

Scale

5 cups kale

1 avocado, diced

1/2 cup cranberries

1 cup cooked quinoa

1/4 cup toasted almonds

1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese

Juice of one lemon

3 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

Massage kale with lemon juice and salt until tender.

Cook quinoa as per package instructions and let cool.

In a bowl, toss together kale, avocado, cranberries, quinoa, and almonds.

Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; toss to combine.

Add crumbled goat cheese on top, season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Notes

For vegan options, omit cheese.

Use fresh kale massage for softer texture.

Serve immediately for best flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: kale salad, healthy kale salad, avocado kale quinoa salad