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A close-up of a fork lifting a bite of kale salad with a blueberry and feta cheese.

Kale Salad with Quinoa and Blueberries


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  • Author: Jessica

Description

The first time I made this Kale Salad with Quinoa and Blueberries, I was craving something bright, hearty, and full of texture


Ingredients

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1 bunch kale (lacinato or Tuscan)
1 cup cooked quinoa (from 1/2 cup dry quinoa), cooled
2 cups blueberries
1 English cucumber, sliced
1 avocado, diced
2 beets, spiralized

For the Basil Balsamic Dressing
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 cups fresh basil
Sea salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste


Instructions

Step 1: Add all the dressing ingredients to a blender and pulse until the basil is finely chopped and the dressing is smooth

Step 2: Remove the stems from the kale and cut the leaves into bite-sized pieces

Step 3: Pour the dressing over the kale in a large bowl

Step 4: Massage the dressing into the kale using your hands, working it in for 1-2 minutes until the kale softens and darkens

Step 5: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally 4-6 hours, to allow the flavors to meld

Step 6: Once ready to serve, add the cooked and cooled quinoa to the kale

Step 7: Gently fold in the blueberries, sliced cucumber, diced avocado, and spiralized beets

Step 8: Toss everything together carefully to distribute the dressing evenly

Step 9: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed

Step 10: Serve fresh or store for up to 2-3 days for even deeper flavor

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