Apple Kale Quinoa Salad recipe

My youngest has declared war on veggies, but her love for apples is my secret weapon. So, we struck a deal: whoever finishes their salad first gets apple pie. I sneak some apple slices into the salad, making veggies a bit more bearable. Motherhood—it’s all about creative negotiations!

 

Apple Kale Quinoa Salad recipe

 

Ingredients:

• – 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• – 2 cups water
• – 2 cups kale, chopped
• – 1 apple, thinly sliced
• – 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• – 1/3 cup walnuts, toasted
• – 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

 

For the dressing:

• – 3 tbsp olive oil
• – 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• – 1 tbsp honey
• – 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• – Salt and pepper, to taste

 

Instructions:

 

1. Cook the quinoa:

– Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a medium saucepan. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool.

 

2. Prepare the kale:  

– Place the chopped kale in a large bowl. Massage it with a drizzle of olive oil for 2 minutes to soften.

 

3. Make the dressing:  

– Whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

 

4. Assemble the salad:  

– Add the cooled quinoa, apple slices, cranberries, and walnuts to the kale. Drizzle with the dressing and toss to coat.

 

5. Finish with feta:  

– Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top and serve immediately or chill for 20 minutes before serving.

 

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4