Massages kale salad with cranberries, quinoa, feta and macadamia nuts make for both a healthy and delicious lunch. With a lightly sweet and zesty dressing the flavors come together perfectly. Gluten-Free too.
Course:
Entrée Salad, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine:
American, Healthy
Servings: 2
Calories: 381 kcal
Author: Vicky Berman
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1/4
cup
macadamia nuts
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5
ounces
kale
thick stem removed,
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2/3
cup
cooked quinoa
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1/8-1/4
cup
dried cranberries
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1/4-1/2
cup
crumbled feta
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dressing:
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1
tablespoon
extra virgin olive oil
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1
teaspoon
lemon juice
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1
teaspoon
dijon mustard
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1
teaspoon
agave
or honey
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Heat oven to 400 degrees and bake macadamia nuts on a baking tray until lightly browned, making sure the nuts don't burn. Chop the macadamia nuts when they cool.
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In a large bowl pour a dash of olive oil over the kale and lightly massage the kale for 2-3 minutes with your hands, removing the thick stem as you go. You will notice the color become more vibrant.
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To the kale add cooked quinoa and mix until thoroughly distributed.
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Add cranberries, feta and macadamia nuts.
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In a small bowl combine the dressing, olive oil, lemon juice, mustard and agave. Whisk until smooth.
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Top salad with dressing. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts
Massaged Kale Salad with Cranberries, Quinoa and Feta {Gluten-Free}
Amount Per Serving
Calories 381
Calories from Fat 225
% Daily Value*
Fat 25g38%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Cholesterol 16mg5%
Sodium 270mg12%
Potassium 515mg15%
Carbohydrates 32g11%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 10g11%
Protein 9g18%
Vitamin A 7160IU143%
Vitamin C 86mg104%
Calcium 224mg22%
Iron 2.7mg15%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.