Kale Quinoa Salad with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing
This kale quinoa salad with creamy sun-dried tomato dressing is packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and vitamin C for glowing skin and spring refreshment.
Equipment
- handheld blender or food processor for dressing (I use a magic bullet, linked above)
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 1 head of curly green kale chopped and massaged with lemon, extra virgin olive oil & sea salt
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup tomatoes or bell pepper chopped
- 1/3 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup salted pistachios
- 1 avocado diced
For the Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing:
- 4 sun-dried tomatoes from a jar in oil or rehydrated in hot water for 30 mins
- 1 1/2 tbsp tahini
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1 1/2 tbsp water
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp oregano
Instructions
- Add all dressing ingredients to a personal blender or food processor. Blend until very smooth and creamy.
- In a large bowl, toss together the massaged kale, cooked quinoa, chopped tomatoes or bell pepper, red onion, and pistachios.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and mix until evenly coated. Top with diced avocado and serve fresh!