Kale And Red Quinoa Salad With Sesame Dressing

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Ingredients

  • 1 c. red quinoa
  • 1 tbsp. toasted sesame seeds plus more for garnish
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ c. freshly chopped cilantro divided
  • ¼ c. red wine vinegar
  • ¼ c. sesame oil
  • ¼ c. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tsp. honey
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 lb. kale chopped
  • ¼ c. thinly sliced red onion

Instructions

  • Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  • In a mixing bowl, add sesame seeds, garlic, 1/4 cup cilantro, red wine vinegar, sesame oil, olive oil and honey, and season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, toss together kale and half of dressing.
  • Massage kale with your hands for 2.
  • Add onion, remaining 1/4 cup cilantro, quinoa and more dressing, if desired.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and serve.
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Course Salad
Diets Vegetarian