How to Make Kale and Quinoa Salad

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: goat cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Goat cheese offers a tangy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral taste.

pumpkin seeds

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Peanuts are a cost-effective source of crunch.

quinoa

🥗Healthier: farro

💰Cheaper: brown rice

Brown rice is more affordable and still nutritious.

Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear.

Cook quinoa according to package instructions, then let cool.

Wash and chop kale into bite-sized pieces, removing stems.

In a large bowl, combine kale, cooked quinoa, diced avocado, and crumbled feta cheese.

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, fine sea salt, and black pepper.

Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Top with slivered almonds and crushed red pepper if using.

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