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Quinoa & Kale

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quinoa and kale recipe made with olive oil and lemon. A healthy, nourishing Let’s Veg bowl perfect for easy meals and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 224
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Equipment

5 Quart Pot
5 Quart Pot
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Small Stew Pot

Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Bring water or vegetable broth to a boil in a saucepan.
  2. Add quinoa, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  3. Remove from heat and fluff quinoa with a fork.
  4. While quinoa is warm, stir in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic (if using), salt, and pepper.
  5. Fold in chopped kale and toss gently until slightly wilted.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 224kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 8mgPotassium: 283mgFiber: 3gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 1055IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 48mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Massage kale briefly with olive oil for extra tenderness
Add chickpeas or roasted vegetables for a complete meal
Serve warm or at room temperature

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