Kale, Quinoa, and Radish Salad

Kale is at the base of this nutrient dense salad! Quinoa is a very flexible grain, and is a great addition to salad particularly this very flavorful recipe.

Kale, Quinoa, and Radish Salad [Vegan]

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup quinoa, uncooked
• 3/4 cup water
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 5 cups baby kale
• 1 1/2 cups thinly sliced radishes
• 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Preparation

1. In a small pot over high heat, combine the quinoa, water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil. Place the lid on, reduce the heat, and allow to simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow quinoa to sit for several minutes before fluffing with a fork. Set aside to cool.
2. In a large serving bowl, combine the baby kale, radishes, pumpkin seeds, and quinoa and toss to combine.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper. Dress the salad and toss again.
4. This salad is best served the same day unless you choose to make it with a heartier kale like Black or Tuscan, which has a much stronger leaf and won’t break down as easily when dressed. If using, make sure to use a large knife to remove the thick, bony spines from each leaf before cutting or tearing them into bite-sized pieces.

https://www.onegreenplanet.org/vegan-recipe/kale-quinoa-and-radish-salad-vegan/