Kale, Apple, and Quinoa Salad

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: tofu

Avocado adds creaminess while being dairy-free.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds provide healthy fats and crunch.

dried cranberries

🥗Healthier: fresh cranberries

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh cranberries are lower in sugar.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup is a natural sweetener with a unique flavor.

Start by preparing quinoa: add 1/2 cup quinoa to 1 cup boiling water, cover, stir, and set aside for 5 minutes to absorb water.

Wash and prepare 6 cups of shredded kale, removing tough stems.

In a measuring cup, combine 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 2 tablespoons honey, 1.5 teaspoons Dijon mustard, and a little salt to taste.

Whisk the dressing mixture until well combined.

Add about 3/4 of the dressing to the shredded kale and toss to coat, allowing it to soften for about 15 minutes.

Chop 2 Gala apples and soak them in a commercial fruit freshener or lemon juice and water mixture to prevent browning.

Add the prepared quinoa to the salad bowl with the kale.

Mix in 1/2 cup dried cranberries for color and sweetness.

Toast 1 cup of walnuts in the oven at 325 degrees for 5-10 minutes until fragrant, then add to the salad.

Add the remaining dressing to the salad and sprinkle 4 ounces of goat cheese on top, if desired.

Toss all ingredients together and chill before serving.

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