Crispy Quinoa Kale Salad
Serves 5
10 mins prep
35 mins cook
0 mins total
A nutrient powerhouse, this Kale and Quinoa Salad is one to add to your holiday or meal prep menu. It's loaded with crispy quinoa, fresh roasted kale, feta cheese and peptias and topped with a creamy lemon dressing that wraps this delicious salad with a bow.
Dressing
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
Spread the quinoa on the first baking sheet and toss with 2 tablespoons chili oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Stir and shake the pan, then return to the oven for another 5 to 10 minutes, until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
Toss the kale leaves with 1 tbsp. olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Transfer to the second baking sheet and arrange in a single layer. Add to the oven when the quinoa is nearly done and roast for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring once, until softened and crisped.***
Prepare the salad dressing by whisking all the ingredients together until emulsified.
Assemble the salad by transferring the kale to a large serving bowl and topping it with avocado, shallot, apple, cranberries, pepitas, and feta. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and top with the crispy quinoa. Mix and serve immediately.