Mediterranean Quinoa & Kale Salad
Mediterranean Quinoa & Kale Salad
Serves 2
Ingredients
- ½ cup quinoa
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 2 tsp pomegranate molasses
- 1 cup broccoli, grated
- 2 cups kales leaves, finely chopped
- 1 can brown lentils, rinsed and drained
- 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
- 2 tbsp sunflower seeds
Method
- Cook the quinoa according to package directions. Set aside.
- Whisk together the oil, lemon juice, and molasses. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Place the quinoa, lentils, broccoli, kale, and seeds in a large bowl. Add the dressing and mix to coat.
Benefits
QUINOA is high in lysine, manganese, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, copper, zinc, vitamin E and B6, riboflavin, niacin and thiamine. This little grain has more calcium than milk, as well as antioxidants, fibre, and iron. It is high in unsaturated fats, low carb and low GI. Quinoa is a complete food, is high in protein, full of vitamins, gluten and wheat free, and is cholesterol free.
KALE will assist with liver detox and fat metabolism, like most leafy greens. It also has the added benefit of being jammed with so many nutrients that it has been dubbed a superfood in its own right. It is full of vitamins and minerals including the ever elusive and always needed magnesium. It is high in fibre so is great for digestion and keeping those bowels regular.
Pepitas are nutrient dense containing magnesium, zinc and healthy fats.
Sunflower seeds contain mostly polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, which are heart-healthy fats. These fats help reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) levels and support cardiovascular health. They are also packed with vitamin E, magnesium.
Nutrition Per serve
- 385 Kcal
- 19g Protein
- 14g Fat
- 49g Carbs
- 14g Fibre