Blueberry Pomegranate Quinoa Kale Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
56%
Blueberry Pomegranate Quinoa Kale Salad
40 min.
6
265kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and nutritious dish that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than our Blueberry Pomegranate Quinoa Kale Salad! This delightful salad is not only gluten-free but also packed with a medley of flavors and textures that make it a perfect side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack. With its stunning colors and fresh ingredients, it’s sure to impress at any gathering.

The combination of juicy blueberries and tart pomegranate seeds brings a burst of sweetness, while the crunchy cucumbers and creamy Parmesan add depth to every bite. The earthy quinoa serves as a hearty base, providing a satisfying protein boost that will keep you feeling full and energized. Plus, the kale is massaged with olive oil and lemon juice, making it tender and flavorful, ensuring that every forkful is a delight.

Ready in just 40 minutes, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also a feast for the eyes and the palate. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking to elevate your lunch routine, this Blueberry Pomegranate Quinoa Kale Salad is a must-try. So grab your mixing bowl and get ready to create a dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • cup blueberries 
  • cup cucumber thinly sliced quartered
  • tablespoons dijon mustard 
  • tablespoon olive oil extra virgin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic salt 
  •  orange juice juiced
  • bunch kale green deveined thinly sliced
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
  •  optional: lemon 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • tablespoons parmesan shredded
  • 0.3 cup pistachios shelled
  • 0.3 cup pomegranate seeds 
  • cup quinoa dry

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • canning jar

Directions

  1. Place deveined kale into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Drizzle olive oil over kale and massage oil into kale with hands. Squeeze juice of lemon over salad and stir in Parmesan, blueberries, pomegranate and cucumbers.To prepare dressing, place olive oil, mustard, salt and pepper into a small mason jar with a lid, shaking until well combined/emulsified.
  3. Drizzle over salad and stir to combine.Cook quinoa according to package directions.
  4. Let cool for 15 minutes.
  5. Place into large mixing bowl. Stir in olive oil, orange juice, salt, pepper and garlic salt. To serve, place kale salad onto plates and top with quinoa.
  6. Garnish with additional pomegranate seeds and pistachios if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories265kcal
Protein10.42%
Fat47.56%
Carbs42.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
56.75
Glycemic Load
2.97
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
19.464782741893%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.46mg
Petunidin
7.78mg
Delphinidin
8.74mg
Malvidin
16.67mg
Peonidin
5mg
Catechin
1.52mg
Epigallocatechin
0.28mg
Epicatechin
0.2mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
3.86mg
Hesperetin
6.22mg
Naringenin
0.31mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.4mg
Isorhamnetin
5.11mg
Kaempferol
10.55mg
Myricetin
0.42mg
Quercetin
7.09mg
Gallocatechin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:265.06kcal
13.25%
Fat:14.58g
22.42%
Saturated Fat:2.13g
13.29%
Carbohydrates:28.97g
9.66%
Net Carbohydrates:23.79g
8.65%
Sugar:5.64g
6.27%
Cholesterol:1.13mg
0.38%
Sodium:290mg
12.61%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.18g
14.37%
Vitamin K:97.85µg
93.19%
Vitamin C:38.88mg
47.13%
Manganese:0.93mg
46.33%
Vitamin A:2260IU
45.2%
Fiber:5.18g
20.72%
Folate:80.82µg
20.21%
Magnesium:79.95mg
19.99%
Phosphorus:198.27mg
19.83%
Vitamin E:2.54mg
16.92%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.49%
Copper:0.3mg
15.12%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.54%
Iron:2.26mg
12.58%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.26%
Potassium:407.83mg
11.65%
Calcium:108.24mg
10.82%
Zinc:1.27mg
8.48%
Selenium:5.2µg
7.44%
Vitamin B3:0.98mg
4.88%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.52%