Kale and Quinoa Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• Quinoa (cooked): 3 cups
• Kale: 1 bunch (about 2 cups after removing stems)
• Red bell peppers: 2 medium, thinly sliced
• Feta cheese: 100g, crumbled
• Sunflower seeds: 1/4 cup
• Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tbsp
• Lemon juice: 2 tbsp
• Salt and pepper: to taste

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking Quinoa: 20 minutes
• Total: 40 minutes

Cooking Time: No additional cooking required. This is a raw salad.

Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare quinoa by rinsing and cooking according to package instructions. Let cool.
2. Remove kale stems and roughly chop the leaves.
3. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, kale, red bell peppers, feta cheese, and sunflower seeds.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
6. Serve immediately or chill for later consumption.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 10g
• Fiber: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Healthy and hearty, with a good balance of protein, carbs, and fats.
• Quinoa provides a unique and slightly crunchy texture.
• Kale adds a robust flavor and a good amount of nutrition.
• Feta cheese adds a creamy and salty contrast to the dish.

User Comments:

1. "Love the combination of flavors in this salad! The quinoa and kale are perfect together."
2. "This salad is so refreshing and filling at the same time. Great for a light meal or as a side dish."
3. "I've never thought of combining quinoa with kale in a salad before, but it's a fantastic idea! This will be a staple in my home."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• When buying kale, look for fresh, bright green leaves without any signs of yellowing or wilting.
• Quinoa should be cooked according to package instructions to ensure proper texture and digestibility.
• Adjust the dressing to taste, adding more lemon juice or olive oil if needed.