Kale Bud Quinoa Salad with Lemon
Kale Bud Quinoa Salad with Lemon balances tender kale buds and soft, sweet leeks with fluffy quinoa for a fresh, citrus-forward bite. The lemon zest and juice brighten the greens while a drizzle of olive oil rounds everything out, making it a vibrant side or a light, satisfying lunch.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the leek and cook, stirring often, until it softens without browning, 3 to 5 minutes.
- 2
Add the kale buds and lemon zest. Cook, stirring, until the kale buds wilt and just begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Do not let them brown. Stir in the lemon juice and remove from the heat. Let cool.
- 3
In a bowl, toss the quinoa, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined. Mix in the leek and kale buds and toss to combine. Garnish with kale flowers. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Let it come to room temperature before serving.
- Calories 1701.34 kcal High
- Protein 94.55 g Good Source
- Carbs 309.64 g Moderate
- Total Fat 32.08 g High
- Saturated Fat 1.7 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 932.09 mg High
- Fiber 62.46 g Good Source
- Sugar 0.49 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 2737.46 mg Good Source
- Iron 42.53 mg Good Source
- Potassium 63.68 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 104151.84 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 2729.68 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Kale Bud Quinoa Salad with Lemon is a side dish recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Kale, Lemon, Lemon Olive Oil, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 1701.34 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Kale Bud Quinoa Salad with Lemon?
- It is a salad recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Kale Bud Quinoa Salad with Lemon made of?
- The main ingredients are Kale, Lemon, Lemon Olive Oil, Olive Oil, Quinoa. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Kale Bud Quinoa Salad with Lemon?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1701.34 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Kale Bud Quinoa Salad with Lemon easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 3 steps.
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